Shoe Tying 101

Step-by-step instructions on how to tie shoes. By Keisha Patterson OTR/L

Scissor Skills

Anne Abernathy, MS, OTR/L Child’sPlay Therapy Center

Interoception: Being in touch with your body’s internal needs

Interoception is the sensory system that gives our bodies information regarding the internal condition of our body. In other words, it helps us identify our inner well being and guides us to meet our basic needs. Interoception awareness allows us to know exactly how our body is feeling and includes sensations such as hunger, thirst, […]

What is Sensory Diet?

If you have ever researched sensory processing difficulty, you have probably seen the term sensory diet. At first glance you may assume you are going to have to change your child’s entire diet to improve these difficulties. However, a sensory diet has nothing to do with food. In reality it is a daily “diet” of […]

‘Tis the Season

Lacey Ellis, PT, DPT & Morgan Bernd, OTR/L Christmas is quickly approaching and we’ve gathered up some ideas from our therapists of gifts for all ages that are fun and entertaining while helping target those skills they’ve been working on throughout the year. On top of tangible presents, one of our biggest suggestions that can […]

Dyslexia

Dyslexia is one of the most common language learning disorders, but did you know we can observe warning signs of dyslexia before a child even begins learning to read? We can! Dyslexia affects a variety of language skills not simply reading and writing, so we may observe potential signs of dyslexia or other language disorders […]

Ways to improve visual memory for handwriting and letter recognition

Written by Shayla Frazier What is visual memory? Visual Memory is one part of a large arena known as visual perceptual skills. Visual memory focuses on one’s ability to recall visual information that has been seen. Visual memory is a critical factor in reading and writing. When a child is writing a word, he must […]

Using Books to Encourage Language Development

 Reading daily to your child is one of the best ways to encourage language development. Books allow you to introduce your child to a wide range of vocabulary and situations that your child might not otherwise encounter in their typical day. They allow your child to think through challenging situations, understand the sequence of events, […]

Where has the summer gone?!

Here at Child’sPlay Therapy Center, we’re already getting ready for Fall and school schedules. As the summer winds down, and you enjoy these last few weeks of freedom and togetherness, please consider some of these tips for language-packed, summer fun. Play outside- get active with your kids. Get them up earlier to start getting back […]

Dear Moms

Dear Mama, If there is one thing I want all my client’s mamas to know it’s this: Take Care of Yourself. One the best gifts you can give your child is the gift of a healthy mother – mentally, emotionally, and physically. Everywhere we turn there’s someone or something there to tell us all the […]