Changing Questions Into Comments
As parents, we often want to get as MUCH language out of our kids as possible. Asking lots of questions seems like a natural way to get them to talk,…
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Fun with Sidewalk Chalk
In the hopes that warmer weather will be here to stay soon, Grandview Recreation Therapist, Courtney, has created some activity suggestions that you can do outside as a family. All…
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Walk Like an Animal
Oh no! There is a lion chasing a duck in my house! Did the zoo just drop off their animals at my house? Phew….it’s just my little ones being…
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Volunteer Spotlight: Vicki Caume
Volunteer Spotlight: Vicki Caume Volunteer since October 2017 Favourite Activities: Golf, Pickleball, Reading, Jigsaw Puzzles, Leisurely Walks In light of National Volunteer Week last week, we wanted to put a…
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Fun With Foam
With all the change and uncertainty we are all experiencing these days, the last thing you need to be worrying about is providing endless complex, Pinterest-worthy activities for your children….
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SSAH Eligible Expenses
Special Services at Home (SSAH) has temporarily expanded their list of eligible expenses for families while community-based activities and settings are closed. This includes sensory items that can assist with…
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Scissor Skills
Cutting with scissors is an important skill to develop as it targets other skills needed to strengthen your child’s fine motor skills. Cutting strengthens the instrinsic muscles or small muscles…
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Earth Day 2020
April 22, 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. Your family may be participating in a different way this year amid the COVID-19 global pandemic. If you are looking…
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I Am A Promise
It’s that time of year again –– the “I Am a Promise” Award is now open to applicants! The purpose of the “I Am a Promise” Award, in honour of…
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Improving Hand Strength
Improving Hand Strength from Grandview Kids Occupational Therapist, Mary Jane Putty and playdough offer great ways to improve small muscles of the hand called intrinsic muscles. By pinching, poking, rolling…
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