Developmental Therapy and Education Support and for children with developmental differences Our model emphasizes support for the entire family.
Play Is Work is a pediatric therapy practice for children with autism (ASD), developmental delays (PDD-NOS), and sensory processing disorder (SPD). We serve children and families in their homes, schools, and in our clinic. We serve families with special needs and children with:
- Developmental Delays
- PDD-NOS
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
- Speech and Language Disorders
03/12/2019
This is going to be fantastic! Join us!
TEC Center Special Event The TEC Center is excited to invite you to Erikson Institute’s Polk Bros. Lecture Hall (Room 201/202) for a special event with featured speaker, Jen Rodriguez, PBS KIDS Director of Digital Learning on Thursday, March 14th from 8:30 am-10:30 am. This is a great opportunity to get to know one of Eri...
02/05/2014
Do you play with your children? This mom and social worker talks openly about learning to play with her own kids! Check out this month's series of blog posts! http://www.youplustwoparenting.com/28-days-of-play/
28 Days of Play A few months ago, You Plus 2 Parenting reached out to notable bloggers, published writers, moms & dads, thinkers and seekers and asked an important question: "Do you play with your children?"...
Need a FREE app to help your child or student make a great multimedia presentation for science fair or a book report that is meaningful? Check out my review and ideas for using ThingLink with students with special needs here! http://www.smartappsforspecialneeds.com/2014/01/featured-app-thinglink-free-app-for.html
http://www.smartappsforspecialneeds.com/2014/01/featured-app-thinglink-free-app-for.html
I have 3 workshops this spring at Erikson Institute on early childhood, special needs and tech! March 14th Empathy and Digital Citizenship in the Early Childhood Classroom; March 22nd Inclusive Classrooms in the Digital Age: iPads in Circle Time?; May 9th Beyond the Screen: Using the iPad to Engage Communication and Relationships in Children 24-36 Months. Links to register and learn more will be in the comments!
12/17/2013
Baby it's cold outside! Maybe your kiddo needs a playgroup, makers group or lunch bunch this winter? New offerings for preschoolers and elementary school kids on Saturdays in Evanston and Skokie! http://www.chicagoplaypro.com/social-groups-playdates-arts-programs-for-autism/
Social groups, lunch bunches, playdates, and arts programs Social groups for children with Autism (ASD), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), and Developmental Delays (PDD-NOS) in Chicago and Evanston
11/12/2013
Yes, I am asking you to bring a screen to the dinner table and I think you will have the best family dinner conversation you have ever had! Let me know how it goes! http://www.chicagoplaypro.com/bring-ipad-dinner-table-aka-byod-family-dinner/
Bring your iPad to the dinner table aka (BYOD) Family Dinner Bring technology to the dinner table for young children. Children with autism dinner conversation ideas using assistive technology.
11/07/2013
http://www.chicagoplaypro.com/handwriting-apps/
Favorite Handwriting Apps! Handwriting apps for the iPad for children with autism, sensory processing disorder and PDD-NOS
Has started the winter holiday break! Hope everyone has fun playing during their vacation! See you in the new year!
Just ordered a new stylus I can't wait try with kids in the new year! I hear awesome things about the Chubby Stylus from LunaTik! More iPad fun coming in the new year!
https://www.lunatik.com/products/chubby-stylus
LunaTik LUNATIK emerged from disruption. It was founded on taking risks, making the improbable possible and listening to the crowd. LUNATIK is designed for the mobile, connected and technology savvy user.
12/06/2012
Today Only! 40% off my spring iPad workshops with Jordan Sadler Slp at Erikson Institute and TEC Center! You can pick between a 1 day focused on 24-36 mos or 3yrs.-8yrs.! You keep asking for more time with us so here it is!
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Reminder: Tech PD Discounts | Technology and the Young Child
Need a Thanksgiving social story? You can open this one and print it with a laptop, iPad, or Kindle Fire. Remember all the holiday hoopla and family together time can be tough for some kids!http://www.positivelyautism.com/downloads/Thanksgiving_SocialSkillStory.pdf
http://www.positivelyautism.com/downloads/Thanksgiving_SocialSkillStory.pdf
11/16/2012
Jordan Sadler Slp and I are looking forward to giving a short 1.5hr "I have an iPad...now what?" presentation Chicago Metro AEYCs Opening Minds Conference on Friday, January 25th at 9am! Our friends, Amanda Armstrong and Chip Donohue of Erikson's TEC Center will be presenting during the conference too!
http://chicagometroaeycopeningmind2013.sched.org/event/66e29fa23a339072ac3eb99d667ab009 #.UKWVYeOe-9c
Chicago Metro AEYC Opening Minds Schedule Check out the schedule for Chicago Metro AEYC Opening Minds