The Whole Brain Child by Daniel Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson, falls directly in line with the work that we do at CW and what is needed to keep kids calm and regulated.
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Expressing our emotions can be a struggle at any age. Encouraging children to talk about their feelings at an early age will not only calm them, but will also make things easier to manage as
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A new decade!?! Now if that isn’t time to pause and ponder, I don’t know what is! With a new year upon us, let’s take a minute to get a clear vision of your current methods for self-care and ways to enhance the way you care for yourself and others in 2020. We’ve mentioned in…
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The new school year is just around the corner. It’s an exciting time, but it can also be an anxious time for you and/or your child.
Read MoreDoes your child ever come to you and say, “I’m so bored”? It is totally understandable. School is out, and routines have been disrupted. When kids complain about boredom, take the initiative to use this extra time during the winter break to stimulate your child’s social and emotional development. Here are a few activities designed…
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Read MoreWe live in a world with many social rules that are important to be aware of and follow. Many of these rules are spelled out clearly and many are hidden.
Read MoreFall is here and with that comes indoor activities. To help promote language, learning and social skills, here are five wonderful ideas for fall fun to share with the family: Let’s Make a Scarecrow – Scarecrows are a common symbol of fall, so why not make your own together with your child? Follow the instructions…
Read MoreWe build more neural pathways, or brain connections, when we learn things through multiple modalities rather than just one. Mixing and matching our learning behaviors can activate lots of areas of the brain at once, which builds stronger, larger connections across the brain. Here are some great examples of ways to mix and match learning…
Read MoreBy Hanna Bogen and Elizabeth Sautter October is upon us and the “honeymoon period” of a new classroom, a new teacher, and novel activities is over. As many students settle into their fall routines, they also may settle back into old habits and behaviors you’ve worked so hard to improve. Homework battles are back, sleep…
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Read MoreBy Rebecca Schwartz, Ph.D. We all loose it with our children. There are numerous ways and multiple triggers for situations to unravel quickly between parents and kids. Ideally, we try our hardest to prevent daunting outbursts. But sometimes events surprise us, and seemingly unpredictably, we are tumbling down a dreaded rabbit hole.
Read MoreBy Rebecca Schwartz, Ph.D. (Repost from last year as it’s so appropriate for this time of year.) Now that summer is way over and school lunch tedium has set in, the question: “What can I make for school lunch?” reappears. Many parents contend with school lunches daily for years, and it’s a hassle. It’s often…
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Finding motivators and reinforcers for therapy can be a challenge. The use of Lego Robotics has proven to be a natural incentive to pull children in.
Read MoreAutism is a neurological disorder characterized by social, behavioral and communication impairments. It is America’s fastest-growing serious developmental disorder, with a new case diagnosed almost every 20 minutes. Autism affects 1 in every 88 children. This is why it is so important for parents and professionals to learn the critical milestones for social, emotional, and…
Read MoreFlexible Thinking: Make Social Learning Stick and Help Your Child Adapt and Compromise By Elizabeth Sautter Being a flexible thinker is part of emotional regulation and is essential to social success. Flexibility of thought means being able to adapt to new situations, understand and accept another person’s perspective, and “go with the flow” as unexpected…
Read MoreBy Elizabeth A. Sautter, M.A., CCC-SLP Author of Make Social Learning Stick! Being a good social detective is complex. It involves being socially aware and able to respond to social cues, understanding nonverbal social cues, recognizing emotions, and being able to think about others. Throughout the summer there are many situations in which you can…
Read MoreBy Elizabeth Sautter, M.A., CCC-SLP Outdoor activities foster opportunities for exploring new things, building imagination, and increasing social competence. Getting in touch with nature gives your child a chance for outdoor play and exploration and also offers teachable moments where you can step in to nurture social and emotional skills. Next time you are outdoors,…
Read MoreBy Rebecca Schwartz, Ph.D. Now that summer is way over and school lunch tedium has set in, the question: “What can I make for school lunch?” reappears. Many parents contend with school lunches daily for years, and it’s a hassle. It’s often associated with the crazy rush of getting kids dressed, fed, and out the…
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Traveling with children is always a challenge. But, it is important to remember that you can enjoy yourself on family vacations too. Creating fond memories and experiencing new things makes vacations an important time for you and your child. Here are a few tips to help you have a successful family vacation. 1. Know your…
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