Let’s Make Music
April 24, 2020
We are making music egg shakers and playing music together! Our Teens for Social Inclusion (#T4SI) will read the book, “Music Is” by Brandon Stosuy. Let’s make music together!
Garden Play & Horticultural Therapy
April 24, 2020
Gardening reduces stress and helps children cope with anxiety and frustration. Since we all might be feeling a bit of that, why not create a garden at home? Or bring a garden into your home with some fun, garden crafts for kids of all ages and abilities.
Play Spaces Under Things
April 23, 2020
Our young friends love creating their own play spaces in different areas of the playground, especially underneath things! These fort-like spaces allow for creativity, independence, and sensory regulation. With this kind of freedom, imagination runs wild.
Yoga for ALL with Limor Landau
April 22, 2020
Let’s learn yoga! Limor Landau teaches classes that are aimed at infants and children with special needs, but are suited for anyone. It’s a wonderful opportunity for children to experience a warmer, more soulful approach to therapy.
Tips from a Specialist Teacher
April 21, 2020
As we are in the midst of our Stay-at-Home Learning, we recognize what parents and teachers are up against during this unique time. We appreciate all that they have accomplished. We invited one of our favorite teachers, Corky O’Rourke, to share some advice.
Let’s Get Animated like Ian
April 20, 2020
“Ian” is an animated short from the Ian Foundation and Mundaloco CGI in Argentina. Born with cerebral palsy, Ian wants to make friends, but discrimination and bullying keep him away from his beloved playground. But this boy is determined.
Exploring Food Using Play
April 19, 2020
Believe it or not, playing with food is a great way to introduce new foods to kids of all abilities! It decreases mealtime anxiety and builds familiarity. Teaching kids with disabilities how to cook is an important life skill to promote independence.
Sports are for ALL Kids
April 18, 2020
Children need to move to ensure their physical and mental well-being. Now, more than ever, our kids are spending hours in front of screens for distance learning. So let’s get them moving with some creative sports, games, and play for kids of all abilities.
The Museumgoer at Home
April 17, 2020
Do you miss going to museums? We do, too! But our friend Cari Moreno has created a website to bring the museum home to you! The Museumgoer is dedicated to sharing museum-related activities for kids (or adults with kids’ spirits) that can be done at home!
IEP Rights during COVID-19
April 17, 2020
Board Member and Special Education Law Attorney, Georgianna Junco-Kelman, walks us through how to navigate your child’s IEP rights during this remote learning period.
