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Introducing CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins: OT-Created Play for Home
At Connect the Dots, we believe some of the best learning happens through play. That’s why we’re excited to introduce something new: CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins! If you’ve been in our clinic, chances are you’ve seen one of our Occupational Therapist Emma Tims’ creative sensory bins. From themed activities to thoughtful details, Emma has a…
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Why Regulation Comes Before Learning: Helping Kids Focus Starts with the Nervous System
Many parents notice their child struggling to focus, stay on task, or follow instructions at school. Teachers often say things like: “Your child has trouble focusing.” “They seem distracted during lessons.” “They struggle to sit still or follow directions.” It’s easy to assume the problem is simply attention. But in most cases, the real challenge…
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Introducing CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins: OT-Created Play for Home
At Connect the Dots, we believe some of the best learning happens through play. That’s why we’re excited to introduce something new: CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins! If you’ve been in our clinic, chances are you’ve seen one of our Occupational Therapist Emma Tims’ creative sensory bins. From themed activities to thoughtful details, Emma has a…
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Why Regulation Comes Before Learning: Helping Kids Focus Starts with the Nervous System
Many parents notice their child struggling to focus, stay on task, or follow instructions at school. Teachers often say things like: “Your child has trouble focusing.” “They seem distracted during lessons.” “They struggle to sit still or follow directions.” It’s easy to assume the problem is simply attention. But in most cases, the real challenge…
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Getting Out and Getting Active
Spring has sprung and is providing the perfect opportunity to get outside and get moving with your kids. Kids learn…
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What in the World is Hippotherapy?
Note: Caitlin Hankins has been with Connect the Dots for nearly two years now. We appreciate having her on our…
Read Full Article »We are moving to a new space!
Connect the Dots is moving! Transitions like this bring with them a mix of feelings and sensations. Even the staff…
Read Full Article »Celebrating National OT month with Jillian
Happy OT month! I first discovered the occupational therapy profession when I was in college working as an independent provider…
Read Full Article »In Celebration of Occupational Therapy Month – A Parents Perspective
In celebration of Occupational Therapy Month, we asked a parent of one of our clients if she would be willing…
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Celebrating National Occupational Therapy Month With Caitlin Hankins
As we celebrate national Occupational Therapy month this April, our OTs and COTA’s have written short summaries of how they…
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Celebrating National OT Month with Stephanie
As we celebrate national Occupational Therapy month this April, our OT’s and COTA’s have written short summaries of how they…
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Fun St. Patrick’s Day Sensory Integration Through Play
Play is an integral component of pediatric occupational therapy. It is through play that the child’s brain develops senses, learns…
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Three Calming Yoga Poses for Children
Finding balance and a sense of peace on a daily basis can be a challenge. There are numerous yoga poses…
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