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21 Sensory and Light Play Activities for Older Kids.

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Sensory Activities for Older Kids. It often feels like when it comes to sensory activities, older kids get left out. Like their sensory needs just disappear when they are a tween or teen, right? No, they don’t! Light play activities are popular and beneficial for all. But take a look around on the internet and […]

How to Choose the Best Sensory and Autism Toys for your child.

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Sensory Toys My son can literally find sensory stimulation from a sheet of paper. And, two kinds of stimulation–sound and tactile. I’m serious! This has been a lifesaver when we’re out in public (for too long!) and I don’t have a toy for him. Chances are I can grab a freebie magazine at the entrance […]

Homemade Play Dough~dozens of recipes, dozens of uses!

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Homemade Play Dough is such a great thing! It’s so fun and easy to make. Dough is a fabulous sensory and OT activity. Here are dozens of recipes for homemade playdough and dozens of ways to use it. Making your own dough adds more steps in the process and you can teach your child more […]

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IEP Meeting Advice for Parents

13 Questions to Ask School Board Candidates | IEP | Special Education

Questions for School Board Candidates “I’d go, but what would I ask?” I always encourage IEP parents to attend candidate forums. But that is the response I get so often. You want to inquire about school board candidates and their opinions on special education, IEPs and inclusion. But it can be intimidating, because you can’t […]

Do Private Schools have to provide IEPs or Special Education?

Private Schools and IEPs This topic makes me sad. Because it’s so super deflating for parents. Many times, attending a private school is a tradition for families. Then, they have a child who requires an IEP. That brings on their private school reality check, as far as private schools and IEPs and special education. So […]

7 Real-Life Examples of Misogyny at IEP Meetings.

The misogyny of IEP meetings. I receive a surprising amount of criticism for catering to women on this blog. Or, writing about them and to them. Sure, much of it is constructive criticism such as “Remember, dads do this stuff too!” It’s usually in response to a post that I’ve done that has “moms” in […]

Yes, your child with an IEP can go on the field trip.

Excluding Students from Field Trips Imagine this–your school is planning a field trip. But, they call you and say “Oh, I’m sorry, your child cannot go because he is African-American.” Or, “We’d love for your daughter to join us, unfortunately we are not equipped to bring Jewish children on this field trip. We just don’t […]

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