Polyvagal Theory is a science backed way to understand what is going on in a child's nervous system. It helps us comprehend why feeling safe is the foundation for learning, socializing, and participating in daily activities. Polyvagal Theory explains how our body and brain work together to respond to stressors that are a part of everyday life. It offers a powerful lens through with which we can better support a child and even our own emotional regulation, engagement, and conn

Handwriting is not just about forming letters neatly. It’s a complex blend of cognitive, motor, visual, and language skills working together in real time. From proper posture and fine motor control to understanding letter spacing and sentence flow, every part of the writing process taps into multiple areas of development. How complex is handwriting? Below is a list of what is happening behind the scenes when a child writes a sentence or paragraph.

Have you ever had a student say they didn’t realize they needed the bathroom until it was almost too late? Or a student that insists they're not hungry even though they haven't eaten all day? These situations might be linked to something called interoception—our body’s ability to sense what’s going on inside, like feeling hungry, thirsty, tired, or needing a break.

Looking for a fun, low-prep, no cost way to boost focus, movement and listening skills in your classroom? Welcome back to an old favorite: Simon Says. This classic game, great for rainy days or brain breaks, is a wonderful way to support children's development including self-regulation and attention to motor skills and classroom cooperation.

Tried and true handwriting tips for teachers from an occupational therapist to support a child's handwriting development. Let's face it:...

Tips for teachers to identify when a child's poor handwriting needs additional support and a referral to occupational therapy.

Understanding the difference between sloppy handwriting and dysgraphia

Dysgraphia is a learning disorder that profoundly impacts a child's ability to write, draw, and express themselves through written language