This item is one of many examples of Visual Schedules that you can use with kids. Visual schedules can help with transitions between daily activities and routines. You can use the pictures to help them predict what is going to happen next in their day so they can be more prepared and not feel like they were caught “off-guard”
The Special Needs Podcast Episode 2
I am currently working on Episode 2 of The Special Needs Podcast. I will be discussing Auditory Processing in a lot of detail! This one will be less technical and more real life examples and suggestions for what to do if your child is having trouble in this area!
I plan on submitting the podcast on Friday so hopefully it will be up that same day!
Sensory Processing Introduction Episode 1 Special Needs
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Episode 1: Sensory Processing Introduction
In this episode I discuss Sensory Processing in people with a description of each of the following senses: Tactile, Visual, Oral, Auditory, Olfactory, Vestibular, Proprioception, and Interoception.
Big Berkey Water Filter System for Healthy Living
The Big Berkey BK4X2 Countertop Water Filter System is amazing!! It holds 2.25 ounces of purified water. I own this filter and can attest to the difference in how the water tastes compared to regular tap water or any of the other water filters I have tried in the past.
This filter comes with two elements that actually purify the water by removing 100% of pathogens! It also comes with 2 fluoride filters that can reduce the amount of fluoride in your water by 95%!
The system is approximately 19″ tall so it does not fit into my refrigerator. We have a place for it on the kitchen counter and it works great!
Fine Motor Pegs and Pegboard Toy
Excellent Fine Motor toy for Toddlers! Also great for sorting, color matching, color labeling and recognition, etc.
The Fisher Price Piggy Bank toy is a Great Toy for Early Development!
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Autism Speaks Offering Tele Learning Program for Parents
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Parents of children who have recently been diagnosed with Autism can check out this upcoming web conference for free!
Jigglers by Abilitations are a Great Oral Motor Item for Toddlers
These “Jigglers” are cute and functional! Twist the bottom half and the Jigglers will vibrate adding an extra amount of oral motor stimulation. Great for toddlers who are teething or who love to mouthe toys!
Chewy Necklaces for Oral Sensory Needs
These silicone necklaces are great for kids that like to chewy on their clothes, toys, and any objects that may not be appropriate for chewing, plus they look cute! They are BPA free. You can see more color options by clicking on the picture and linking to Amazon.