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It's all of our favorite sensory resources in one! We've created this bundle to provide our helpful set of sensory handouts at a discounted cost. Within this download, you'll get: Sensory Simplified Part 1: All 8 Systems (+BONUS: Oral Sensory Processing) Sensory Simplified: 2-Sided Informational Handout with Definitions + Activities Sensory Simplified: Sensory Processing + the H2O Analogy Oral Motor + Oral Sensory: Informational Handout for Sensory Diet Sensory + LanguageSensory Diet Resource Pa

We can all agree that as therapists, our schedules are busy enough as it is (can we get an amen?!)We found that by utilizing a thoughtfully pre-determined evaluation guide, we could take the stress out of an evaluation and get back to the fun of it. We made this resource with the intention to outline the evaluation process, or to serve as an extra guide in addition to a standardized assessment for identifying potential factors that impact a child's performance. This 14-page evaluation template

Celebrate your little one's hard work and accomplishments by presenting them with a certificate of their graduation from therapy! Simply print, trim (if desired), fill in the relevant information and present. *Please note - while a pre-written template is provided, if you choose to edit, this download will take you to an editable Canva template. You will need to create a free account on Canva to access.-- Your download and use of this product implies understanding of the Terms of Use, which can

We can all agree that as therapists, our schedules are busy enough as it is (can we get an amen?!) We'll also agree that our fellow teachers are hard pressed for time as well. So when it came to creating a simple but effective screening for how sensory processing difficulties may be impacting a student's performance, we knew efficiency was key! We made this resource with the intention to outline the sensory screening process, or to serve as an extra guide in addition to standardized assessment(

*Updated 6/24 to include a one-page "cheat sheet" quick guide!*Attention is foundational and required when it comes to having a child imitate, experiment with and learn new actions and concepts. So, how do we engage a child?Of course, while there is a variety of factors that may be playing a role in decreased attention, the information in this resource can be generalized throughout settings to encourage a child's level of engagement and joint attention. In this digestible download, we cover: Wh

The benefits of OT are most effective with carryover at home, however many OTs do not have the opportunity to see their client’s parents (lookin’ at you, School OTs!). Need a quick & efficient way to communicate with parents on what has been worked on, progress that’s been made, and what can be practiced at home? Send a parent communication note home that’s not only easy to read & organize, visually appealing & professional too! This resource includes two templates per page and a color

Keep track of yourself with these downloadable organization tools designed by OTs for OTs. -- Your download and use of this product implies understanding of the Terms of Use, which can be found on the second page of this document. Want to see more? Check out some of our other resource packets on the topics below! Visuals + Schedules:Bedtime Routine Visual Schedule (6 Versions, 19 PECs Included!)Tips for Transitions: Early Intervention, School + More*BUNDLE* Sensory Simplified Resource Pack: 8

Ever feel overwhelmed when staring into the abyss of a not-yet-started evaluation? This tool is created to make that process feel more straight forward, less overwhelming, and aesthetically pleasing!. With the All-in-One Occupational Therapy Handwriting Evaluation, you can stay organized from start-to finish of the handwriting evaluation process. When evaluating handwriting, therapists may use multiple tools such as standardized assessments, clinical observation, activity analyses, review of wo

Celebrate your little one's hard work and accomplishments by presenting them with a certificate of their graduation from therapy! Simply print, trim (if desired), fill in the relevant information and present. This bundle includes (2) certificate versions for OT, ST and PT (a total of 6 certificates)!-- Your download and use of this product implies understanding of the Terms of Use, which can be found within this document. Want to see more? Check out some of our other resource packets on the topi

Letters of Medical Necessity (or LMNs) are regularly required to get equipment approved through insurance. These letters provide a detailed description of the patient's condition(s) or diagnoses that make the requested equipment medically necessary for their well-being. Unfortunately, many children are denied prompt access to needed equipment because their therapist(s) are unsure of how to request them or have not provided the necessary information required for insurance approval. We've create

What appears as difficulty focusing and task avoidance could have a root cause that's often overlooked. Visual processing (a child's ability to make sense of what they see) and visual acuity (how well a child sees), are not the same. Too often, students and patients who would benefit from vision therapy go without. This resource is a relatively quick, one-page screening to assist educators and clinicians in identifying potential signs of visual processing difficulties, and whether a formal dev

Deep pressure items have become a hot topic in recent years. With claims of alleviating anxiety, improving attention to task and increased regulation, the use of deep pressure stimulation seems like a given. But there's a whole lot more to it than clicking "add to cart" on a weighted blanket listing. We found ourselves often fielding questions from parents and teachers alike, which is how this resource came to be! Included in this download, you'll find: Overview of deep pressure and a simple ex

Celebrate your little one's hard work and accomplishments by presenting them with a certificate of their graduation from therapy! Simply print, trim (if desired), fill in the relevant information and present. *Please note - while a pre-written template is provided, if you choose to edit, this download will take you to an editable Canva template. You will need to create a free account on Canva to access.-- Your download and use of this product implies understanding of the Terms of Use, which can

Mindfulness is a skill that requires continued opportunities to hone. When little ones become excited, overstimulated or upset, they often retreat to a "fight or flight" response. Regulatory deep breathing exercises, such as the ones included in this packet, can help bring a sense of calm and control back to your little ones. This resource packet includes:3 full-color exercise printables with simple instructions3 black and white printables: use these to have your child decorate or color and disp

This comprehensive download includes five informative printouts designed to guide parents, educators, and therapists through the various stages of child development. Each printout covers key stages in the development of the following areas: Learning Development - Pyramid of Learning (1 page)Scissor Skill Development (1 page)Pre-writing Skills (2 pages)and Pencil Grasp Development! (1 page)Perfect for sharing during workshops, meetings or caregiver education, these resources will help facilitate

Whether they're our own children, those we teach in the classroom, those we care for in another setting or patients of ours, it's important to remember our roles as our children's' advocates. This includes advocating for the needs of these kids, especially when concerns are raised regarding sensory processing difficulties or behaviors that are occurring. This 2-page handout was created to serve as a resource for therapists, educators and parents/caregivers to review and problem solve what addit

Dressing is an activity that requires a whole lot of skill. Depending on what article of clothing we’re working with, it challenges our: Bilateral coordinationBody awarenessFine motor skillsRange of motionBalance...and more! While developmental milestone lists serve as a helpful tool, it is important to note that development doesn’t look the exact same for every child. This download gives an overview of the skills that parents and caregivers can anticipate through 6 years of age. Please note, as

Let’s face it - therapists have their work cut out for them when it comes to keeping track of their schedules. These simple, print-at-home daily planners are perfect for a visually appealing way to stay on top of your plans! This download includes digital files for (3) different variations of daily planners. Want more? Check out our other products in this line here: Therapist Monthly PlannerTherapist Weekly PlannerTherapist Caseload Manager Check out some of our other resource packets on the t

Any other OTs feel overwhelmed after an evaluation? Use this notes template to help organize your thoughts before, during or after evaluating a child. This pack contains eight (8) pages which include areas for notes on: Basic information & parent interviewSchool information & teacher interview Standardized assessment performanceSensory processingFine motor skillsGross motor & praxis skillsEmotional regulationExecutive functioningFeedingGoal ideasOther notesBest of all? It's compatible with the

Let’s face it - therapists have their work cut out for them when it comes to keeping track of their schedules. These simple, print-at-home daily planners are perfect for a visually appealing way to stay on top of your plans! This download includes digital files: - Therapy log - Student Data Sheet - Therapy Note Template Want more? Check out our other products in this line here: Therapist Daily PlannerTherapist Weekly PlannerTherapist Monthly Planner Check out some of our other resource packets