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Kids with Autism Favor Movement over Pretend Play, Study Finds

August 29, 2013

30 August 2013, Autism, News of the Week, Newsletter

[Source: Special Ed Post] Children in the study were most drawn to activities or exhibits that included movement, while their least favorite activities were pretend play or arts and crafts. by Amy Norton – When free to choose, kids with autism pick…...

August 28, 2013

30 August 2013, Article, Early Intervention, Newsletter, OT, Problem Solving, SLP

by Carrie Manchester – MS, CCC-SLP Picture if you will, a small child sitting in a highchair. A brightly colored toy sits just out of reach. As you observe, the child makes eye contact with you, reaches for the toy, then looks…...

Omega-3 Reduces ADHD Symptoms in Rats

August 28, 2013

30 August 2013, ADHD, News, Newsletter

[Source: Science Daily] A new multidisciplinary study shows a clear connection between the intake of omega-3 fatty acids and a decline in ADHD symptoms in rats. Researchers at the University of Oslo have observed the behaviour of rats and have analyzed biochemical…...

August 28, 2013

30 August 2013, Article, Feeding Therapy, Newsletter, Picky Eaters

Editor’s Note: This excellent article by friend of PediaStaff, Melanie Potock, MA CCC-SLP, appeared today on Fooducate. Excellent for sharing with the parent’s of your kiddos. We at PediaStaff, love Melanie and the work she does at My Munch Bug. Help support…...

August 28, 2013

30 August 2013, News, Newsletter, OT, PT

[Source: Your Therapy Source via Gait and Posture] Gait and Posture published research on the postural control of children with autism under two different task conditions. Nineteen children with autism (ages 10-15) were compared to 28 typically developing peers. Using a force…...

August 27, 2013

30 August 2013, Adaptive Technology, Newsletter, OT, PT

Editor’s Note: Thanks to Heidi Brislin of the Pediatric Occupational Therapists Group on Facebook for this great link!! [Source: Huffington Post] California resident Daniel Cope suffers from cerebral palsy, but that never stopped him from dreaming of hiking with his family. With…...

August 27, 2013

30 August 2013, Newsletter, OT, PT, SPD, Tip or Resource

[Source: the Tutus & Turtles Blog via Pinterest & Instagram] One of the best things about taking PediaStaff to Instagram so far has been the chance to go back through some of our best pins on Pinterest – especially those that are explained…...

August 27, 2013

30 August 2013, Newsletter, OT, Product Review, Tip or Resource

Editor’s Note: ARK Therapeutic was so excited that we reprinted their Tran-Quill Pencil product review that they have extended a special discount to any “friend of PediaStaff.’ Use coupon code BTS15 for 15% off storewide, valid through 9/16/13 [Source” Toys Are Tools]…...

August 26, 2013

30 August 2013, Article, Newsletter

[Source: Your Therapy Source] Some of you have already started the school year and some of you will begin over the next few weeks. Get to know your new students with these ideas: 1. Write a letter to your students telling them…...

August 26, 2013

30 August 2013, Activity of the Week, Articulation, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

[Source: Peachie Speechie] Another great thrift shop find! This Whac-A-Mole game is a new addition to my collection and I just love it. Look at how cute these little moles are: The only thing I don’t adore about this game is the…...