Hands on Play Pediatric Therapy

12/04/2025

💛 International Day of Persons with Disabilities

At Hands On Play Pediatric Therapy, we believe every child deserves to be understood, supported, and celebrated for who they are. Today we honor children with disabilities, their families, and the incredible strength, joy, and individuality they bring into our community.

We also honor the caregivers, educators, and therapists who show up with compassion every day.

Every child deserves access. Every child deserves dignity. Every child deserves a world that sees their abilities and supports their needs.

✨ Join us in creating a more inclusive and sensory smart community where all kids can thrive

12/03/2025

Fun heavy work activities can be beneficial for building a child's proprioception. Want the whole list of activities?

Find it here: https://ilslearningcorner.com/2016-05-heavy-work-activites-heavy-work-prevents-proprioceptive-dysfunction-and-fosters-proprioceptive-success/

12/03/2025

Boundaries around screen time can look different for each family but we always HIGHLY RECOMMEND there be boundaries. Here are some examples!

12/02/2025

11/26/2025

The Great HOP Bake Off 2025 did not disappoint. 🩷🍪✨
We had pink aprons, a wildcard cookie, and a LOT of laughs.
Team nights like this make our whole year.

Coming in December…
You’ll get to help us pick the official HOP Cookie Champion.
Parents and kids will get to vote on the best cookie — cutest, funniest, and most creative.
Just wait until you see them. 😭🤣🍪

11/24/2025

Thankful today and every day for the incredible families we get to support. Thank you for your partnership, your trust, and the privilege of being part of your child’s story.

11/22/2025

Some children become so skilled at masking in school that their struggles are almost invisible.
They may appear calm, compliant and engaged — while inside they are working incredibly hard to hold it all together.

It’s often only once they step through the door at home, where they feel safe, that the emotional cost of the day is revealed.

Recognising this hidden effort is the first step to understanding and supporting children who experience after-school restraint collapse.

In the Resource Store:
After School Restraint Collapse Toolkit for Parents & Educator
Masking: The Toolkit
Links in Comments⬇️

11/22/2025

Let's look at some of the foundational skills needed for handwriting mechanics that will set your child or student up for success with writing skills.

https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/the-foundational-skills-needed-for-handwriting-mechanics.html?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

11/22/2025

Sing & Speak: Songs for Speech Development

These classic kids' songs are more than just fun, they help build speech and language skills.

✨Here are some great songs for kids:
The Alphabet Song
The Farmer in the Dell
Skip to My Lou
Rock-a-Bye Baby
The Hokey Pokey

✨ How these songs help:
Repeat words to make learning easier
Use rhythm and melody to keep it fun
Encourage kids to copy sounds and actions
Build vocabulary and sentence skills
Teach turn-taking and social interaction
Boost memory and storytelling skills

By mixing music, fun, and language, these songs create a playful way for kids to grow their speech and communication skills naturally.

11/22/2025

Building the foundation for strong scissor skills starts with grasp and release! 🖐️✂️ Strengthening fine motor control helps children cut, color, and create with confidence.