by Melissa Collier | May 31, 2019 | Having Fun/Engaging, For Parents/Caregivers
So much incredible advice and information to unpack from THIS terrific report about the importance of play! As occupational therapists who focus on play-based therapy techniques, we want to shout the findings of playful parenting revealed here from our rooftop. Maybe...
by Melissa Collier | May 15, 2019 | Having Fun/Engaging
Warmer weather is showing its pretty face, making it a natural time for outdoor play. According to Angela Hanscom, author of Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident and Capable Children, outdoor play is exactly what kids of all...
by Melissa Collier | May 6, 2019 | For Parents/Caregivers
How we help children self-regulate their emotions without feeling shame or inadequacy when behavior issues arise is tricky. It can be a fine line between encouraging different behaviors without the child feeling as though parents, teachers and caregivers are trying to...