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2011 AOTA Sensory Processing Measures and Quick Tips!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Sue Wilkinson Aug 29, 2011. 2 Replies 0 Likes
My Friend, Network Member, and International SI Guru...Diana Henry, just wrote to me about AOTA, and asked me to post this:Hi everyone, I have been scrambling to finish my case study using my Sensory…Continue
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Kelli McCoy commented on Sue Wilkinson's blog post Celebrate Crawling! 8 Reasons Crawling Creates Capable Kids"FIND THE JOY....
Thank you so much for the reminders. I am missing my family members this year. Turns out several friends are in the same boat. Decided to have a Christmas Eve open house with a no-big-deal menu.
I can't believe how many friends…"
"Martianne, I just love this article on wrapping paper and sensory diets. Your creativity, resourcefulness, and practicality never cease to amaze me. Happy and FUN holidays to you and your family!"
"Diane, I adore the pictures you posted. The Cozy Space you created for your son is found here. We are so happy that your parent expertise is available here. I just love Meghan's World , the best child SPD book!
Martianne, the url for…"
"Hi Diane,
I am so glad you found us! What an honor to have your expertise onboard! I adore your parent-expert photos, and all of your comments already. Thanks. I bet that is Meghan...with most amazing SPD book EVER! Glad you are here.
Miss Sue"
"Yes! I adore the AlphabBetter Student Desk, especially if you need to purchase the whole solution.
If you already have existing desks, there are two great tools developed by a very experienced PT that works in the public schools. One is a set…"
Move-To-Learn: How to Use the School Morning Telecast to "Activate" Young Minds
Some schools are really shakin' up the school year! My friend (who is a speech pathologist), and I are excited about what her elementary school is doing this year. The school's morning telecast, using the talented and deserving fifth graders, has added a new action component. Yes, you still pledge your alligiance to your country,…See More
"Create a "Time In" or Cozy Cube space? When we developed the Park'N'Learn, I used to sit in a large Rubbermaid tub to see how it felt(!) It feels g-r-e-a-t by the way! Really, the calming came from the even pressure the back of…"
"What a great blog Tobi! W-sitting can create internal rotation at the hips, so it is the only type of sitting that is not permitted. For kids that know the alphabet, we say ANY other way to sit is permitted an "L" an "I" etc…"
"Totally agree, Martianne! Bocks...especially with the tactile properties of wood. Have you ever tried to play with the slippery plastic cubes...yuck. Did you know the architect's son Frank Loyd Wright invented Lincoln Logs while waiting in the…"
Becky D. Smith commented on Sue Wilkinson's blog post Gifting Grandparents: Give Toys That Help Kids Grow Skills"Wonderful ideas! We often forget the most practical right in front of us. Yes, it is best to ask before giving those noisy beeping/buzzing/chirping toys. They can be irritating in the class too."
Martianne Stanger commented on Sue Wilkinson's blog post Gifting Grandparents: Give Toys That Help Kids Grow Skills"I so agree with all of what you wrote. I avoid buzz/beep/chirp talk toys and love open-ended ones!
For older then toddler kids, we also just discovered Marbles: The Brain Store, a fabulous in-person or online store that my son skipped…"
Mary Franzen Costello commented on Sue Wilkinson's blog post Gifting Grandparents: Give Toys That Help Kids Grow Skills"Love the first picture. What a sweet kiss!
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Gifting Grandparents: Give Toys That Help Kids Grow Skills
Play is the "work" of children. Are you the parent or grandparent of a child with special needs? Do you wonder if the gift you're giving will become that child's favorite? Luckily, many of the toys you grew up with are classic skill-builders and provide timeless Fun!The Lekotech Center has …See More
Diana Ashby Henry commented on Sue Wilkinson's blog post Celebrate Crawling! 8 Reasons Crawling Creates Capable Kids"You have taught me so much. You have been and continue to be an inspiration to many across the US. We are all fortunate to have you as a mentor!"
"Tools for Infants sounds terrific! Everyone is raving about Tools for Tots. What I like is that Tools for Tots is now required reading at many pre-Ks and daycares. BRAVO! I can't wait till every teacher understands sensory…"
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FALLebration! Turn Your Yard into a Sensational Playground, and Watch Kids Have a Blast
Posted on October 22, 2012 at 8:30am 5 Comments 0 Likes
Don't feel guilty about a yard full of leaves. Autumn turns your yard into a magnificent "therapy" opportunity for your kids! Do you have kids that need to be calmed down, or even calmed up? Your yard is a sensory rich environment that can provide the sensory input your kids crave. Heavy work, movement and tactile…
Gifting Grandparents: Give Toys That Help Kids Grow Skills
Posted on November 22, 2011 at 8:00am 3 Comments 0 Likes
Play is the "work" of children. Are you the parent or grandparent of a child with special needs? Do you wonder if the gift you're giving will become that child's favorite? Luckily, many of the toys you grew up with are classic skill-builders and…
Celebrate Crawling! 8 Reasons Crawling Creates Capable Kids
Posted on September 29, 2011 at 12:30pm 6 Comments 1 Like
Did you know that this generation of kids is less likely to crawl than any generation in the history of toddlers? That is, if you live in the U.S. or the U.K. We have embraced the Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) "Back To Sleep" program which trains new Moms to place their babies on their backs to minimize suffocation risk. Gratefully, there has been a decrease in SIDS. We've just forgotten the second part of the message..."Tummy Time for PLAY." Why care… Continue Roll N Ride..."Bump-Up" All the Sensory Input You Can Get!
Posted on September 23, 2011 at 8:00am 6 Comments 3 Likes
Oh, I bet you can remember this one! A long staircase with all of its carpeted beauty...and you on
your bottom...sliding down....bumpity-bumpity, bumpity-bump! And why do generations and generations of kids crave this input? What's the sensory value? And where can kids get more of this valuable input?…
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- At 8:16am on September 10, 2011, Marcia Hickey said…
Hi again Sue,
I am not sure this is the best way to contact you, but it is Saturday and I just got the go ahead to encumber the money for the CATT center. The product has to be invoiced before Tuesday 9/13/11 to comply with these grant funds. Hurry hurry as always with the school start up I want to add some addtional move and sit products as well. How should I do this quickly? Can you contact me directly? mhickey@tbaisd.k12.mi.us I will watch for you. enjoy the day !
- At 7:38pm on September 5, 2011,
Lori Smith, M.Ed. said… I am SO happy to be here! Discovering more and more on the site all weekend. Hey, I posted before/after pics for the Sensory Make-over Contest, but not sure I did so in the correct "place". Can you let me know?
- At 10:53pm on August 18, 2011,
Gopi Kitnasamy said… Hi Sue,
Many thanks for your wishes! Ya he is my gifted son. He is handsome & very intelligent, thats the reason we wanted start this centre to provide quality education for these children. Here we call them OTs and I am a PT.
- At 10:47am on May 16, 2011, patrick fisk said…
Sue,
Thanks for all your help on the RTI symposium. You are such a great resource and advocate for these kids and I apprecate that. Talk with you soon.
- At 7:50pm on March 2, 2011,
Lori Dillon said… - Unfortunately I am not going to AOTA this year. I am a Back-East girl living out in Arizona so going to the Northeast would be fun. Thanks for the comment~~ Hope to hear from you again soon!
- At 6:20pm on December 13, 2010,
Sherrie Rose Maleson said… Thanks for checking out our website and for the nice compliment. I look forward to being a part of your online community.
- At 8:17pm on December 3, 2010,
Ingrid M. Kanics said… - Thanks Sue - I just posted the information for the webinar next week! I heard Diana had done a presentation at the SPD conference - didn't know that she has one for AOTA. I'll be doing three presentations for AOTA Conference this year - one on playgrounds and two on museums including a full-day institute!
Hope things are going well for you - by the way I now own the "How to Create Your Own Sensory Adventure Camp" Manual -
Ingird
- At 4:24am on November 17, 2010,
baozulin said… - Thank you !
I am glad to be your friend here.and I would like to answer your questions bellow:
How many schools do you serve for Speech Therapy?
Sue, Iam a middle school teacher.Only one school for teaching information Technology.not serve for Speech Therapy.
How many children are on your caseload?
I am teaching for 4 classes,each of class there are about 50-56 students
What is your favorite type of student?
My favorite type of diverse personalities, talents and abilities of the young people who attend our school.
Thank you again!
Your Friend,
Bao
- At 2:09am on November 15, 2010, baozulin said…
- Thank you! Sue Wilkinson
I am glad to learn that you have been to so many Chinese cities.and you are so kind to me.I would like to answer you some questions bellow;
Do you find that belief common in schools in the mainland?
Yes I do. Most belief common in schools in the mainland.but still there is not too small difference !
How did you find our My Special Needs Network?
I find your school first on the 2004 annual report.ending me by www.precisionAlert.com.This is free
Annual Report services company..secod, I find you at your wonderfull web site.Thank you again
Would you like to be or let me add you as my friend on this site?
Have you studied at an American University?
No, but I have studied some course content at American University.I would like to be your a student of English.May I?
- At 11:28pm on November 13, 2010, Marcia Hickey said…
- Hi Sue,
I remember talking with you years ago when I was putting some JumpStart manuals together. I have a variety of schools and caseload preschool-highschool. Mostly thought under 10 years old
Marcia
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