All Things Early Intervention
I spent so much time putting out fires. The meltdowns. The sensory spirals. The “heavy work” sessions just to get through a grocery run. Because her brother’s needs were so loud, I often found myself exhaling in relief when I looked at Little Pumpkin. She was the “easy” one. She was our go-with-the-flow cuddle bug […]
This is a four part series diving into the answer to that question using the Division of Early Childhood Position Statement as a reference.
The core principle of Wright’s Law is that parents have the right to be involved in their child’s education and advocate for their needs.
My own approach to dealing with challenging behavior is influenced by positive behavior support, social-emotional learning, and trauma-informed care. It is a hodgepodge of trial and error, and I’d love to share the stories with you.
A stern voice, or even the word “no,” would trigger meltdowns. Thankfully, I discovered the magic of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, a children’s television show that offered practical solutions for navigating these situations.
By understanding sensory seeking and incorporating these heavy work activities into your child’s routine, your child may benefit by feeling calmer, more regulated, and better able to focus throughout the day.
While I wasn’t consciously aware of these principles at the time, my improvised actions aligned to promote positive behavior. I was encouraged and reminded that we can effectively teach children new skills, including cleaning up, without resorting to power struggles.
While it wasn’t an overnight success, the social story proved to be a game-changer. Equipped with a road map for what to expect, our son was able to navigate the drive-thru experience with newfound calm.
Being a foster parent to a child with behavioral challenges can be emotionally draining. By developing strategies for maintaining composure, you can have a clear head to make decisions to put into practice to maintain a positive environment for both yourself and the child.
This post explores the benefits of sensory play just for fun and how it can be incorporated into everyday interactions with children with and without special needs.
All Things Early Intervention