by Emerge - A Childs Place | Nov 23, 2015 | Fine motor activities, Holidays, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Play, Sensory Processing/Integration, Toys
2015 Holiday Toy List: Recommendations from the Emerge Therapy Team “What is the best toy for my child?” “What toys can I find to work on these specific skills at home?” As the holiday season approaches, our families often ask what we recommend they purchase or make...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Nov 23, 2015 | Fine motor activities, Holidays, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Play, Sensory Processing/Integration, Toys
Lista de juguetes navideños de 2015: recomendaciones del equipo de terapia de Emerge “¿Cuál es el mejor juguete para mi hijo?” “¿Qué juguetes puedo encontrar para trabajar estas habilidades específicas en casa?” A medida que se acerca la temporada navideña, nuestras...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Oct 30, 2012 | Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration
Thomas: Thomas was five years old when he first came to occupational therapy. His parents described him as being a ‘good child’. He had never gotten into any trouble. Thomas had never gotten out of his bed by himself. If he was put in his room, he stayed there. Thomas...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | May 19, 2012 | Emerge programs, Fine motor activities, Handwriting, Occupational Therapy, School
Have the children practice the components of writing, specifically circles, horizontal, vertical and diagonal lines. Practice strokes in different mediums to provide sensory feedback, eg tracing on a sand or salt tray or in foam soap. Demonstrated how the letter or...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Mar 3, 2012 | Behavioral regulation, Emerge programs, Fine motor activities, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration, Speech & Language, Summer programs
We are so excited to offer a wide variety of summer programs, including two new social skills groups. SPRING PROGRAM!! Writing For Fun Our spring small group writing program starts on Friday, March 9th at 4:00. This fun program is designed to improve writing skills...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Mar 28, 2011 | Behavioral regulation, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration
Suppose that you are in my class and I am sharing some vital information with you. Now also suppose that I have dropped a spider down the back of your shirt, where he is to remain for the next hour. I assure you that he is not poisonous and that you should just ignore...
