Autistic Preschoolers – Five Gift Ideas For Autistic Toddlers And Preschoolers
Oct 10, 2008 Toddlers and Preschoolers
Autistic Preschoolers
As the mommy to a four-year-old with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), I’ve discovered many fine mainstream toys the present are both fun and therapeutic. Toys that improve language development, sensory and motor regulation, craft core strength, muscle tone and coordination. Toys that spark my son’s inner drive, encouraging further engagement and child-lead interaction. Autistic Preschoolers
Here are five of my favorite toys, from $18 – $300. Most of them are eco-friendly, which I personally love. I’m not speaking as a medical expert here, just as a mom. If you’re the parent, relative or friend of an autistic child, maybe this list will make your holiday shopping a little bit easier. I hope so!
Wheely Bug – If you haven’t seen these cute little ride-on critters, you need to check them out. I bought the cow for my boys last month and my ASD son loves it! (Also available in bee and ladybug!) It really helps him with coordination and balance, while building his core. We he first started riding it, he was wobbly. Now he can lift his feet and maneuver it around every corner. It has helped him adjust to motion that had bothered him in the past. In my opinion, this is one of the best gifts for an ASD child. Make sure you buy the big Wheely Bug to get the most use out of it. Eco-friendly! $70
Breakfast Menu Set – These types of wooden toys are great for a variety of reasons. Many autistic children have issues with food due to textures. By incorporating pretend food into playtime, it seems to make real mealtime easier. You can ‘prepare’ the pretend food together and takes turns ‘tasting’ it. That way your child is more open to the idea of trying different foods. Manipulating smaller toys, like shaking the salt & pepper shakers, improves fine motor skills too. Plan Toys is a wonderful green company and makes a huge selection of incredible wooden toys. Eco-friendly! $18 Autistic Preschoolers
LIKEaBIKE – This is a unique eco-friendly bike sans pedals! That’s because this bike was designed to boost your child’s confidence and comfort in riding a bike, while building their balance, core strength, etc. They start out slow, usually walking with it and then as they improve, they can go much faster. Obviously this is not great for hills or steep surfaces, but on flat streets, in the driveway or at the park, it’s a wonderful (and fun) toy. Our OT therapist has mentioned it multiple times. Eco-friendly! $300
Haba Ball Track Master Builder Set – Many autistic children love toys that spin and roll. My son does a variety of activities at OT therapy involving marbles, which is why I love this toy from Haba. Your child can build the track and then watch the marbles spin through it. This is the big set and Haba also makes a smaller set for $43. This toy is perfect for fine motor skill improvement and development. It also gets the imagination and interaction rolling. Eco-friendly! $200 Autistic Preschoolers
Hopscotch Puzzle Mat – Another great toy for improving balance, motor skills, interaction and organizing thought processes is this cute Hopscotch mat by Alex. First you put it together like a puzzle, then you play the game. This gives you child a great opportunity to practice hopping on one foot and then jumping with two feet. It’s also a good game for ASD kids to play with their friends or siblings. $23 Don’t let your love ones suffer anymore! Lead them out through Autistic Preschoolers program now!
The Best Preschool Nursery Places? Tips to find which is the best option for your child ?
Oct 10, 2008 Toddlers and Preschoolers
In this series of articles we look at each age of a child to determine which childcare setting is the best for both baby,toddler and preschooler and for you
Your preschool age child age 3+ safety, happiness, care and well being are the most important factors to concider when choosing the right childcare setting for your toddler .if a family member or childminder is not an option and you wish to choose a nursery here are some facts to help you make the right decision.
1. safety! is the room safe! is it cluttered, untidy 7. Do the staff take the children into the garden to play, to explore, to do outdoor activities ? 3 year olds too need plenty of fresh air?
2. Is there lots to do for the children or are they bored ?Are they well supervised or do children get up to mischief ?,fight with out staff intervening?
3 is there a good variety of activities that the children seem happy and interested ?
4.is there time for fun,laughter,experiments where children can find things out for themselves or do the staff tend to do it for them?
5. staff that frequently leave and new ones start is not a good sign. all children need continuity of care and the same keyworker that can look after them.
6. cleanliness what is the nursery bathrooms like hygenic ? is it clean?
7.Accidents! mild bumps and falls from children running outside happen a lot for confidentiality reasons they may not let you but have a look at the accident book if a lot of accidents occur it may suggest they are not supervising the children properly.but serious ones are a cause for concern.
6. staff interecting with each other is there bickering amongst themselves.If the staff are happy then its a good sign that the children will be too.
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Ot For Autism – Five Gift Ideas For Autistic Toddlers and Preschoolers
Oct 9, 2008 Toddlers and Preschoolers
Ot For Autism
As the mommy to a four-year-old through Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), I’ve found many wonderful mainstream toys that are both fun and therapeutic. Toys the improve language development, sensory and motor regulation, fashion core strength, muscle tone and coordination. Toys who spark my son’s inner drive, encouraging more engagement and child-lead interaction. Ot For Autism
Here are five of my favorite toys, from $18 – $300. Most of them are eco-friendly, which I personally love. I’m not speaking as a medical expert here, just as a mom. If you’re the parent, relative or friend of an autistic child, maybe this list will make your holiday shopping a little bit easier. I hope so! Wheely Bug – If you haven’t seen these cute little ride-on critters, you need to check them out. I bought the cow for my boys last month and my ASD son loves it! (Also available in bee and ladybug!) It really helps him with coordination and balance, while building his core.
We he first started riding it, he was wobbly. Now he can lift his feet and maneuver it around every corner. It has helped him adjust to motion that had bothered him in the past. In my opinion, this is one of the best gifts for an ASD child. Make sure you buy the big Wheely Bug to get the most use out of it. Eco-friendly! $70 Ot For Autism
Breakfast Menu Set – These types of wooden toys are great for a variety of reasons. Many autistic children have issues with food due to textures. By incorporating pretend food into playtime, it seems to make real mealtime easier. You can ‘prepare’ the pretend food together and takes turns ‘tasting’ it. That way your child is more open to the idea of trying different foods.
Manipulating smaller toys, like shaking the salt & pepper shakers, improves fine motor skills too. Plan Toys is a wonderful green company and makes a huge selection of incredible wooden toys. Eco-friendly! $18 LIKEaBIKE – This is a unique eco-friendly bike sans pedals! That’s because this bike was designed to boost your child’s confidence and comfort in riding a bike, while building their balance, core strength, etc. Ot For Autism
They start out slow, usually walking with it and then as they improve, they can go much faster. Obviously this is not great for hills or steep surfaces, but on flat streets, in the driveway or at the park, it’s a wonderful (and fun) toy. Our OT therapist has mentioned it multiple times. Eco-friendly! $300 Don’t let your love ones suffer anymore! Lead them out through Ot For Autism program now!
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