Tip of the Week
Developing your child’s skills
At Tree Tops, our OTs and OTAs love to use an obstacle course as it supports engagement and develops lots of different skills, including motor planning, sequencing, balance, and problem solving. For those reluctant to engage in fine motor tasks, these can be incorporated too, such as maintaining a tight grip with tongs to develop…
Read MoreHelping poor working memory
Signs of poor working memory in our children can be seen in many ways from giving a task and forgetting it a few seconds later to just becoming overwhelmed with something within the environment. You can help a child with poor working memory by using the following tips: 🤔 simplifying instructions by giving one at…
Read MoreProblems with tooth brushing?
Brushing your teeth is a life skill that some children find really challenging, especially when they have sensory processing Have a look at the tips and don’t forget to let us know any ideas you have too
Read MoreYoung adult learning to drive
Is your young adult learning to drive? When you have an SPD/ASD young adult who lacks/finds it challenging to concentrate, try the following tips and see if it helps:- Before going out in the car do lots of heavy work (calming) * Pushing/pulling exercises * Deep pressure (massage etc) * Brush the path or hoover…
Read MoreHypersensitivity or hyposensitivity?
What is the difference? Well, hypersensitivity is an overreaction to sensory input which leads to a child feeling overwhelmed. Hyposensitivity is un underreaction where the child needs more intensive stimulation to engage them in activities. Do you recognise this in your child – or ?
Read MoreHappy Bonfire Night!
If you’re off out, have some fun but don’t forget to do some heavy work activities before venturing to the firework display! If the noise bothers you, take ear defenders. However, if you’re having the night in, why not enjoy some lovely craft activities to celebrate November 5th! Send us your pictures of what you…
Read MoreHalloween Night Tips!
Halloween can affect our sensory children in many ways due to the overwhelming sensory input from sights and sounds, crowds, clothing and much more. This can lead to meltdowns, anxiety and tears. Strategies that can be used are ear defenders, quiet areas, visual timetables or social stories.
Read MoreSurviving school holidays – tips!
Tips to survive the summer holidays! We all know our sensory children (and adults) find the summer holidays quite challenging. Try to focus on creating a structured environment, utilise your sensory tools and incorporate as many calming activities as you can. Ensure you establish routines, provide quiet spaces, plan ahead for all outings to minimise…
Read MoreSizzling Summer Sensory Hacks – travelling
There are lots of things you can do when travelling with your SPD child. Take a look at our helpful tips.
Read MoreSizzling Summer Sensory Hacks – applying suncream
Definitely a difficult area if you have an SPD child who dislikes the feel of it on their skin. Here are some ideas to help.
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