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Disability language etiquette matters. There is a reason that handicapped has been removed from verbiage due to the nature of it's intent in Texas.

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The word support is being overused these days. Success is failure turned inside out. Kids gain confidence when they do something over and over and are successful at it. Guidance with a child is difficult because they’re not ready to accept failure, but it’s up to us to show them resilience.

WHEN YOUR CHILD GIVES UP TOO FAST 💔➡️🌱

Sometimes children don’t quit because they’re lazy.
They quit because failing feels painful, embarrassing, or unsafe.

When kids hear too much correction, pressure, or comparison…
trying starts to feel risky.

But confidence doesn’t grow from perfection.
It grows from patience, emotional safety, and small successful attempts.

Encouraged children are more likely to:
• keep trying
• recover from mistakes
• believe in themselves
• build real resilience

A calm, supportive voice can become the inner voice they carry for life. 🤍

What an amazing thought! 🤔

Couldn't agree more🙌🙌

Cooking is a fantastic way to engage your children in several functioning behaviors, as well as therapeutic for children with ASD Level 1. Cooking with children is such a wonderful experience!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This is a month where we reflect on how being aware of behavioral health is sometimes more important than daily functioning activities. Take time for yourself and for your kids!

For both disabled people and caregivers, mental health care is a critical part of disability support.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re recognizing that support isn’t one-size-fits-all. When care is individualized and accessible, it strengthens well-being, stability, and quality of life for entire families.

Explore resources and learn about mental health and disability at: https://hq.easterseals.com/resources

Can we make a billboard for this? We love children, but we need to get everyone on our wavelength to flow in a great school community.

What truly makes a school a place of growth and learning? This simple yet profound quote invites us to reconsider where the heart of education lies. It's not just in the students, but deeply rooted in the experiences and well-being of the teachers who guide them. When schools cultivate environments where educators can thrive, the ripple effect transforms classrooms into vibrant spaces of curiosity and potential. 🌱

Teaching is more than a job—it's a journey of continuous growth, reflection, and resilience. How often do we pause to reflect on the support systems and culture that empower teachers? The invisible pressures and daily challenges can either ignite passion or diminish it. By prioritizing teacher development and well-being, we unlock new possibilities not just for educators but for every student walking through those school doors.

Consider the interconnectedness of a thriving educational community. When teachers are nurtured, their creativity, patience, and inspiration flow freely, creating a dynamic ecosystem where learning flourishes naturally. This shift requires us to challenge old paradigms and embrace a future where teacher growth is as celebrated and supported as student success. What steps can we take to make our schools the best places for teachers to grow? Let's open this conversation and imagine together. 🍎

Interesting to see how great goals can produce amazing vocational jobs for our clients that need to work. This looks fantastic!

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Types of Pencil Grips (and Why to Use Them) - The OT Toolbox Learn types of pencil grip, common pencil grip names, and types of pencil grips occupational therapy uses to support handwriting development.