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Love these tips by thepediatricianmom and Walk Talk Play!

Love these tips by thepediatricianmom and Walk Talk Play!

CHEAT SHEET Meltdowns are distressing for all involved and sometimes, in the moment, we can handle them badly. These strategies are great and worth trying to remember: https://hes-extraordinary.com/de-escalation-techniques

"The bottom line is this: If you view ADHD as a character flaw in your child, there’s a high likelihood it’s going to negatively affect your relationship for many years to come." Read more: https://bit.ly/3cfm5X9

CHEAT SHEET Meltdowns are distressing for all involved and sometimes, in the moment, we can handle them badly. These strategies are great and worth trying to remember: https://hes-extraordinary.com/de-escalation-techniques

"The bottom line is this: If you view ADHD as a character flaw in your child, there’s a high likelihood it’s going to negatively affect your relationship for many years to come." Read more: https://bit.ly/3cfm5X9

These parents have cracked it - take notes

This is my most widely shared post. And rightly so, it’s an important one. These are prewriting patterns, with the average (not prescribed) age at which child...ren are developmentally ready to achieve these patterns listed below them in years and months. Being able to process visual information and produce a movement in response (e.g. copying these prewriting patterns or letter formations), is known as visual motor integration. Note that an X is not typically achieved until 4 years 11 months, and a triangle at 5 years 3 months. If a child can’t form these basic shapes...then they probably won’t be able to form letters. It is quite concerning then that there are 3 year 7 month olds starting formal schooling, where they’re expected to write. Not only are their visual motor integration skills not developed enough, their hands are also physically under-developed. In addition, recognising letters, understanding phonics and beginning to read are all needed in order for a child to write meaningfully, skills which children starting kindy typically don’t have. We also know that when a child learns something that doesn’t hold meaning, it‘s unlikely to stick. So if you have a 3-4 year old who spontaneously asks or attempts to write letters, that’s great; otherwise, there is no need to initiate or worry about this. Unfortunately there is a misconception, particularly with the way that the current curriculum stands, that earlier is better. Earlier is not always better. Source: Beery Buktenica Test of Visual Motor Integration, 6th Edition #visualmotorintegration #vmi #letterformations #prewriting #writing #kindy #schoolreadiness #earlierisnotbetter #toomuchtoosoon #letthembelittle #letthemplay #prewritingskills #foundationskills #phonics #phonologicalawareness #earlyliteracyskills #literacy #earlyreaders #reading #occupationaltherapy #paediatrics #paediatricot #kidsofperth #perthkids #schoolbasedtherapy #teacher #teachersofinstagram #australiancurriculum #schoolholidays #knowledgeispower

This is my most widely shared post. And rightly so, it’s an important one. These are prewriting patterns, with the average (not prescribed) age at which child...ren are developmentally ready to achieve these patterns listed below them in years and months. Being able to process visual information and produce a movement in response (e.g. copying these prewriting patterns or letter formations), is known as visual motor integration. Note that an X is not typically achieved until 4 years 11 months, and a triangle at 5 years 3 months. If a child can’t form these basic shapes...then they probably won’t be able to form letters. It is quite concerning then that there are 3 year 7 month olds starting formal schooling, where they’re expected to write. Not only are their visual motor integration skills not developed enough, their hands are also physically under-developed. In addition, recognising letters, understanding phonics and beginning to read are all needed in order for a child to write meaningfully, skills which children starting kindy typically don’t have. We also know that when a child learns something that doesn’t hold meaning, it‘s unlikely to stick. So if you have a 3-4 year old who spontaneously asks or attempts to write letters, that’s great; otherwise, there is no need to initiate or worry about this. Unfortunately there is a misconception, particularly with the way that the current curriculum stands, that earlier is better. Earlier is not always better. Source: Beery Buktenica Test of Visual Motor Integration, 6th Edition #visualmotorintegration #vmi #letterformations #prewriting #writing #kindy #schoolreadiness #earlierisnotbetter #toomuchtoosoon #letthembelittle #letthemplay #prewritingskills #foundationskills #phonics #phonologicalawareness #earlyliteracyskills #literacy #earlyreaders #reading #occupationaltherapy #paediatrics #paediatricot #kidsofperth #perthkids #schoolbasedtherapy #teacher #teachersofinstagram #australiancurriculum #schoolholidays #knowledgeispower

Self care is just as important as your child’s, don’t forget to love YOU too!

Self care is just as important as your child’s, don’t forget to love YOU too!

Every strength has a corresponding challenge and every challenge has a corresponding strength. The inattentive child may be a deep thinker. The uncooperativ...e child may be a natural leader. The emotionally-charged child may be gifted with exceptional empathy. The rule-defying child may be an out-of-the-box innovator. When faced with challenging behaviors, look for the corresponding strength and focus on nurturing that gift while providing gentle guidance and coping skills for the challenging areas. That is the essence of working with, instead of against, our children. - L.R.Knost Peaceful parenting resources: http://t.co/T8goym3P6Z _____________________________________ Please respect the work of authors, photographers, and artists. You are welcome to share provided you include appropriate credit and do not crop out authors' names from quote memes. Thank you. :) #thegentleparent #peacefulparenting #parenting #children #toddlers #babies #breastfeeding #babywearing #cosleeping #life #kindness #Jesuslover #humanlover #feminism #socialjustice #equality #globalresponsibility #humanity #peace #coffee #sexualassaultsurvivor #cancer #NETcancer #cancerwarrior #books #quote #LRKnost www.LRKnost.com Fighting a rare, incurable cancer, but I'm still here! L.R.

Every strength has a corresponding challenge and every challenge has a corresponding strength. The inattentive child may be a deep thinker. The uncooperativ...e child may be a natural leader. The emotionally-charged child may be gifted with exceptional empathy. The rule-defying child may be an out-of-the-box innovator. When faced with challenging behaviors, look for the corresponding strength and focus on nurturing that gift while providing gentle guidance and coping skills for the challenging areas. That is the essence of working with, instead of against, our children. - L.R.Knost Peaceful parenting resources: http://t.co/T8goym3P6Z _____________________________________ Please respect the work of authors, photographers, and artists. You are welcome to share provided you include appropriate credit and do not crop out authors' names from quote memes. Thank you. :) #thegentleparent #peacefulparenting #parenting #children #toddlers #babies #breastfeeding #babywearing #cosleeping #life #kindness #Jesuslover #humanlover #feminism #socialjustice #equality #globalresponsibility #humanity #peace #coffee #sexualassaultsurvivor #cancer #NETcancer #cancerwarrior #books #quote #LRKnost www.LRKnost.com Fighting a rare, incurable cancer, but I'm still here! L.R.

True for our kiddos too.

I love this! God did not create your or me to be all the moms so be the best mom you were created to be.

Parents! Does your sensory seeking child love to run, jump, bump, and crash into everything? This Cozy Cocoon is for you!... Get yours today sensoryscout.com/cozy-cocoon

What stage are you on? We'd love to help you get to stage 4. : @adhdparent (IG)

TOP TIPS Proprioception might be a sense that you've never heard of (yes, there are more than five!). It's all about body position and the awareness of ...your body in space. Children can be over or under-responsive to proprioceptive input. Want to learn more? Check out this really informative blog: https://lemonlimeadventures.com/proprioceptive-input-senso/ See more

And a new diagnosis provides relief finally you understand the neurological roots of your (or your child’s) actions and behavior while also leaving you with confusion, overwhelm, and questions. Learn what to do after an ADHD diagnosis here: https://bit.ly/3dysL29

JUEGO MOTIVACIONAL para ayudar a los pequeños a limpiarse el culete Una actividad simbólica y muy visual para que entiendan y aprendan hábitos de higiene y cuidado corporal trabajando la autonomía de los niños. Más actividades educativas http://bit.ly/31hVxh0