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Eyegames: Easy and Fun Visual Exercises: An OT and Optometrist Offer Activities to Enhance Vision! was co-authored by Lois Hickman and Rebecca Hutchins, an occupational therapist and an optometrist, and is a must read. This is a three part series based on this book, following our recent review, Eyegames: Easy and Fun Visual Exercises. In Eyegames, [...]
Eyegames: Easy and Fun Visual Exercises: An OT and Optometrist Offer Activities to Enhance Vision! was co-authored by Lois Hickman and Rebecca Hutchins, an occupational therapist and an optometrist, and is a must read. This is a three part series based on this book, following our recent review, Eyegames: Easy and Fun Visual Exercises. In Eyegames, [...]
is a spiral-bound book with an accompanying CD full of practical ideas and suggestions on self-regulation. Appealing songs help introduce the Alert Program concepts to children in elementary schools, homes, or therapy settings. What is Self-Regulation? “Self-regulation is a child’s ability to control his or her behavior. It develops over time, and involves many aspects [...]
is a fascinating read for professionals and parents alike. Co-authored by Lois Hickman and Rebecca Hutchins, an occupational therapist and an optometrist, this book is a must read. It will literally open your eyes (pun intended) into an understanding of the visual sensory processing component that is interwoven with all the other senses. On the [...]
Lois Hickman and Rebecca Hutchins, an occupational therapist and an optometrist, co-authored to offer activities to improve vision. This short read and reference embarks on sharing insight about visual learning, beginning at birth, along with how vision proceeds to develop up until the child enters school. Vision, touch and movement are interconnected. “Integrating the sense [...]
Bonnie Arnwine was inspired to write after her son was diagnosed with a Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and autism. Working with an occupational therapist she learned about using sensory-based activities to support her son’s growth and development. This book is a compilation of activities that proved successful in her son’s home program. Overview of Sensory [...]
Authors Christine Durbin, M.A., CCC-SLP, and Lauren Franke, Psy.D., CCC-SP, through years of work with students with complicated language problems (CLP), have found the right blend of elements needed for a successful intervention and have included them in their new book . This book contains everything necessary to begin instruction immediately! It includes a CD [...]
When you think of treatment options for autism, do you think of massage? I know I didn’t. So when I was offered the opportunity to read Virginia S. Cowen’s book, , I readily agreed. Massage as a Complementary Therapy Virginia Cowen is a massage therapist, exercise physiologist, and Yoga and Pilates instructor. She is not [...]
Don’t turn away from this article just because of the word “dyspraxia.” First, what is dyspraxia? Geoff Platt, author of lists some of the primary problems of dyspraxia to include: low muscle tone; easily fatigued muscles; poor coordination, balance, and attention; and hyperactivity. Some of the secondary problems include: lack of confidence and self-esteem; avoidance [...]
Introducing , a pop bead book unlike any other. The beads have been created to provide the perfect pop! The book is a step-by-step guide for creating zany spiders, sea stars and octopi, as well as containing illustrated playscapes for the creatures to play on. Kids can also create classic necklaces, bracelets and chains. Features [...]
