06/15/2026
π¦βοΈ Dino Discovery Day! βοΈπ¦
Our little paleontologists had an amazing time digging for dinosaur bones! With tools and lots of curiosity, the preschoolers carefully excavated hidden fossils and learned about dinosaurs that roamed the Earth millions of years ago.
This hands-on activity encouraged exploration, teamwork, problem-solving, and imaginative play while making learning fun and exciting. The smiles on their faces when they uncovered a "dinosaur bone" were priceless!
Who knows? We may have a few future scientists in our class! π¦π
06/13/2026
π¦ Water Day Fun at Kidspiration ! βοΈ
Water Day is one of the most exciting days of the week! From splashing in water tables to playing with sprinklers and pouring water between cups, children have endless opportunities to explore, laugh, and learn.
But Water Day is more than just funβit supports important developmental skills:
π Builds Fine Motor Skills
Scooping, pouring, squeezing, and spraying help strengthen the small muscles in children's hands and fingers.
π§ Encourages Learning Through Play
Children discover concepts like floating and sinking, measuring, cause and effect, and problem-solving while they play.
π€ Promotes Social Skills
Water activities encourage sharing, taking turns, communicating, and working together with friends.
π Supports Physical Development
Running through sprinklers, carrying buckets, and participating in water games help develop coordination and gross motor skills.
π¨ Inspires Creativity and Imagination
Water play becomes a car wash, an ocean adventure, a science experiment, or whatever children imagine it to be!
π Provides Sensory Exploration
The feel, movement, temperature, and sound of water create rich sensory experiences that support brain development.
Water Day reminds us that some of the best learning happens when children are having fun. Through play, exploration, and laughter, preschoolers build skills that support their growth in every area of development.
π Here's to a day full of splashes, smiles, and learning!
06/10/2026
Donβt forget tomorrow is water day!!!! π¦ π π¦
06/10/2026
Why De-escalation Matters in Preschool π±
Big feelings can show up in small people. When a child is overwhelmed, frustrated, or upset, theyβre not looking for a lectureβthey need support to regain a sense of safety and control.
De-escalation is the process of helping a child move from a heightened emotional state back to a calm, regulated one. It might look like:
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Speaking in a calm, steady voice
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Giving the child space when needed
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Acknowledging their feelings without judgment
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Offering simple choices
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Modeling self-regulation
For preschool teachers, de-escalation is essential because it:
π Creates a safe and supportive learning environment
π Strengthens trust and relationships with children
π Reduces challenging behaviors over time
π Teaches children healthy emotional regulation skills
π Helps children feel seen, heard, and understood
When adults stay calm, children learn that emotions are manageableβnot something to fear or suppress. Every de-escalation moment is an opportunity to teach lifelong social-emotional skills.
Connection before correction. Calm before teaching. π
π Our wonderful BCBAs provided de-escalation training to all the staff at Kidspiration! Here are a few shots of our team learning a lot and having fun doing it! π
05/18/2026
This is going to be a neat event for older kiddos! Spread the word!
05/11/2026
Last week we celebrated the last day of fieldwork for our amazing COTA student after 8 wonderful weeks at Kidspiration Pediatric Therapy Services! πβ¨
We are so thankful for the dedication, compassion, creativity, and hard work she brought to our clinic each day. Our kiddos loved working with her, and we loved watching her grow in confidence and skill throughout her rotation.
Thank you for being a part of the Kidspiration family and for making such a positive impact on our therapists, families, and students. We know you have a bright future ahead as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant! π
We wish you all the best on your journey and canβt wait to see all the incredible things you accomplish! ππ§ΈβοΈ
05/09/2026
We celebrated our teachers, therapists, nurses, and staff hard this week! The kids in this community are so lucky to have youπ It takes every single one of you to help make this happen!
05/08/2026
To our incredible pediatric speech therapists β thank you for the patience, creativity, and compassion you bring to every child and family you support.
You help children find their voices, build confidence, express their needs, and connect with the world around them. Every sound practiced, every milestone celebrated, and every breakthrough moment matters more than words can say.
Your work changes lives in ways both big and small, and the impact you make lasts far beyond the therapy room. Thank you for your dedication, your encouragement, and the love you pour into helping children thrive. π
05/08/2026
We sure do love our Physical therapy team! ππ
Every day, you help children build strength, confidence, independence, and joy through movement and play. From first steps to big milestones, your patience, creativity, and compassion make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their families.
Thank you for the encouragement you give, the challenges you help overcome, and the smiles you create along the way. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for all you do!
β¨ Celebrating the therapists who turn hard work into fun and milestones into memories. β¨