by Debbie Hopper | Dec 21, 2017 | Active Movement Breaks, Autism, autism spectrum disorder, Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Development, Fine Motor, Sensory Processing
Written by Deb Hopper, Occupational Therapist Top 3 tips for super charging your break with sensory boosts for relaxing and recharging The holiday season is almost here! Maybe you have escaped for an early holiday break? Those of us still at work are just a little...
by Debbie Hopper | Nov 9, 2017 | Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Behaviour, Sensory Processing
Whether we are seeing children in our classroom or clinic, there are many sensory processing behaviours, clues and responses that we need to filter as we try to work out: Why are they showing this behaviour? Are they tired? Are they missing a parent who’s away for...
by Debbie Hopper | Nov 1, 2017 | Autism, autism spectrum disorder, Blog, Child Behaviour, Meltdowns and Tantrums, Sensory Processing
In some toddlers, or even older children, parents may notice an unusual dislike to noise or light, or a clumsy attitude or distressful reaction during basic self-care tasks like tying their shoe laces or brushing teeth. However, it can be more disturbing in situations...
by Debbie Hopper | Oct 11, 2017 | Auditory Processing, Back to School, Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Behaviour, Sensory Processing, Sensory Processing in the Classroom
Many students are struggling with behaviour and ‘sensory-driven’ behaviour in class. It might look like difficulties with concentration and poor attention, or it might look like a child rushing through his work. It might look like a child who always needs to have her...
by Debbie Hopper | Oct 2, 2017 | Autism, autism spectrum disorder, Blog, Child Behaviour, Child Development, Sensory Processing, Sensory Processing in the Classroom
Simple ways to transition back to school for kids with Autism Written by Deb Hopper Originally published by Autism Parenting Magazine at www.AutismParentingMagazine.com. Fall (September 2017) Download your FREE PRINTABLE PDF of the magazine article here: Ways parents...
by Debbie Hopper | Sep 21, 2017 | Behaviour Problems, Blog, Child Behaviour, Child Development, Encouragement, Gross Motor, Meltdowns and Tantrums, Sensory Processing, Sensory Resources, Sensory Toys
Overwhelmed: A Child’s Safe Space Written by Deb Hopper Published in Navigating through the day as a child can be an exhilarating, yet daunting process. There is the fun and joy of play, friends and family. There is also the challenge of meeting new people, the social...
