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Early Intervention Activities and Strategies

6 Ways to Play With a Sky Spin

I’m always on the lookout for toys that can spark creativity and learning in young children. One such toy is the Sky Spin. This simple yet engaging toy can be used in a variety of ways to promote developmental skills.

Here are six fun and educational ways to play with a Sky Spin:

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Home Visiting Adventures

Home visits–what’s the point?

At the end of each Early Intervention session, I recap, thinking, “What was the point?” I don’t leave until I let the family know the purpose of the visit. Being on the other side of Early Intervention, I realized that in those past home visits, I may have known what my intent was, but they did not. Now I make sure we both know.

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Early Intervention in Everyday Routines

Food Stays At The Table: How To Choose Your Battles And Adjust The Environment

When a child is having difficulty changing her behavior, try changing the environment. 

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Early Intervention in Everyday Routines

Little Boy Haircut Tips: A Mom’s Guide Part 1

Following these tips and embracing a “good enough” mentality can turn haircut day from a struggle into a regular routine to look forward to.

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Early Intervention Activities and Strategies

Using Pictures To Offer Choices To Toddlers

It takes some experimenting to find a strategy that works. One strategy that I try early on is using a picture, an object, or a sign/gesture to bridge the gap in communication.

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This is Early Intervention

Unofficial Hurricane Prep List

I will provide you with my customized hurricane preparation list. It is customized to meet my family which includes five children from teenager to infant.  

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This is Early Intervention

My Shopping Cart Theory..A Metaphor For Life

Going to the store for just one thing but getting a shopping cart just in case is the mindset needed for doing life as a parent with five kids. Things will go much smoother if you use the tools and help available to you.

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Early Intervention in Everyday Routines

Brown Noise: A Sleep Solution

Brown noise is a funny name, but it’s awesome for blocking out household sounds. I highly recommend the sound machine, but if your zoo–I mean, home is especially loud during a baby’s bedtime, you have another louder solution in a basic CD player.

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This is Early Intervention

Introducing Little Nugget And Little Dumpling

Sure, there were challenges, but the laughter, love, and adventures made it all worthwhile.

Those challenges, though? They turned into our own personal boot camp for creative problem-solving. And those creative solutions? They turned out to be pretty useful blog post material!

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This is Early Intervention

Sharing Early Intervention Gems, One Adventure At A Time

So, while you won’t find real names or specific details, you will find relatable stories with practical advice, heartwarming moments, and a belief in the potential that lies within every child.