The classroom struggle is very real for the left-handed child - from sharpening a pencil and smudged ink to using a mouse and writing in spiral-bound notebooks. While being a left-hander these days doesn’t come with the stigma and social pressure to change handedness as it did in previous generations, being left-handed in a right-handed world certainly still requires some adaptations. Barak Obama, Prince William, singer PINK, Oprah Winfrey, Bart Simpson and Elsa from Frozen all have one thing … [Read more...] about Helping your left-handed child succeed in a right-handed orientated classroom
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Sensory processing difficulties and toothbrushing – how to help your child stop battling toothbrushing
“Help my child won’t brush their teeth” is a comment we often hear from parents. Many children struggle with toothbrushing, but for some it’s a real battle. Does your child refuse to open their mouth or gag on the toothpaste? There are a variety of reasons why your child may experience difficulties with toothbrushing, including their sensory processing skills and motor skills. I’m sure you’ll all agree that optimal oral health is important in maintaining general health and well-being. The … [Read more...] about Sensory processing difficulties and toothbrushing – how to help your child stop battling toothbrushing