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Holidays and Kids from Hard Places

The holidays can be a very special time for families and children. It is important to keep your needs as well as your child’s needs in mind during this time of year. Although a holiday gathering can be a fun experience, for kids from hard places and “sensory” kids, it can also be over-stimulating and stressful. Read more for tips on keeping the holidays enjoyable.  […]

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What is Play Therapy and How Can it Help?

What is play therapy? How is play therapy different than “just playing”? How can it help my child? Read this article for a description of play therapy and how your family might benefit.  […]

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How to Support Your Child after a Natural Disaster

In light of the recent tornadoes that have devastated several towns in Oklahoma, I wrote this post to provide information on ways to support your child after a natural disaster.  […]

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Children from Hard Places in the Classroom

The classroom can be both a challenging and fun place for “children from hard places.” From the array of colors on the walls, to the sounds of children talking and playing, to the scents of dry erase markers and the bumps of little bodies excitedly moving around the classroom, the classroom is a full sensory experience. There are many ways to support learning in children who have struggles in the classroom, read more below.  […]

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