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Kidz Therapy Zone

Pediatric Occupational, Speech, Physical, and Feeding Therapy.

Speech Therapy

Simple Ways to Help your Child Find Their Words
Phonological Processes
5 Simple Ways Parents can Improve Communication Skills with Their Toddler
Speech Sound Disorders
_Speech Therapy is Jawsome
15 Speech Therapy Exercises Parents Can Use at Home
Pre-Social Abilities are Pre-Communication
Decoding Speech Milestones
Echolalia
Understanding Feeding Therapy & Speech Therapy
Apraxia
Selective Mutism
Stuttering Every Voice Matters
Speech Therapy 14 Activities
AAC Implementation
What is Speech Therapy?
Secrets to Early Literacy
Speech Trends

Challenging Behavior the Series

Every Behavior Has Meaning
Teaching Self-Control to ADHD Kids Vol.1
It's your Fault Vol. 2
Re-Directing a Child without Judgement Vol.3
Raising Complex Kids with no Clear Diagnosis Vol. 4
Empathy A Magic Wand to Connect with Complex Kids Vol. 5
When Kids have trouble hearing NO Vol. 6
Immaturity, what's so wrong with it Vol. 7
How to Have Hard Conversations with other Parents Vol. 8
Parent Expectations (with ADHD Child) 2 Steps for Success Vol. 9
When Kids are Moving Slow Vol. 10
Become a Dive Bomb Parent Vol.11
When Family Members have ADHD Vol. 12
Making Life Easier Vol. 13

Occupational Therapy

Where and How to get an ADHD Diagnosis
How you can improve Executive Functioning Skills
Fun & Creative Activities for Low Muscle Tone
Head Banging Tips and Effective Solutions
The Therapeutic Magic of Play
ADHD Iceberg
When Kids Bang Their Head and What to Do
What to do when your Child is Overstimulated
Is your Toddler's Behavior Normal or Cause for Concern
How to Encourage your Child's Developmental Milestones in Preschool
Got a Child who Struggles with Big Feelings
Social and Emotional Learning
Executive Functions...Describing six aspects of a complex syndrome
Is It Naughty or Neurological
Playing Cards for Social Skills
Developing Coordination for Scissor Skills
Handwriting needs Perceptual & Visual Motor Skills
Cognitive Skills by Age
The Size of the Problem an OT Toolkit Activity
Teaching Children about Positive Touch
Benefits of Scavenger Hunts
Talking about Emotions.pdf
Separation Anxiety in Children
Tech Wish with Toddlers
Elopement Tips
What is Occupational Therapy?
Emotional Intelligence
Importance of Playtime
Feelings and Coping Skills for Kids
Helping Kids with Anger Flyer
Engaging Your Child in Independent Play
The Future of Occupational Therapy Trends and Predictions
Proper Pencil Grasp.pdf

Sensory

Sensory Processing...what is it
Managing Holiday Sensory Overload with Sensory Sensitive Children
The Power of Sensory Play in Childhood Development
What is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria
Creating a Sensory Stimulation Kit
Weighted Blanket
Navigating Sensory Overload with Bathrooms
Sensory Processing in the School Cafeteria
Sensory Play for SPD (1).pdf
8 Senses and Sensory Symptoms
Sensory Friendly Shopping
Sensory Processing Disorder Resources
Transitions and Sensory Processing Disorder
Olfactory Sensory Toys & Tools
Sensory Toys & Tools for Tactile Sensory Needs
Sensory Visual Tools and Strategies
Sensory Motor Skills
Hygiene Ideas for Sensory Processing
Sensory Clothing Strategies
Sensory-Friendly Toothbrushing
What Does a Sensory Gym Do
Sensory Friendly Home
Winding Hill Park (Sensory Friendly - Mechanicsburg, PA)
Sensory Processing Toolkit
Laundry and Sensory Issues
Is it Sensory or Behavioral
Sensory Bins for All Seasons

All Things Food

Microbiome, what you need to know
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake vs. Picky Eating
A Parent's Guide to The Effects of Force-Feeding
Overcome Picky Eating
The Benefits of a Gluten Free Diet
Helpful Mealtime
Food for your Baby's First Year
Food Dyes & Children
Benefits of Healthy Eating

Physical Therapy

Primitive Motor Reflexes
Strengthening Exercises
What is Physical Therapy?
Tummy Time
Toe Walking Tips for @ Home
Emerging Trends in Physical Therapy

School Resources/ IEP/ 504 Plans

What Teachers wish Parents Understood about Kids
End of School Transition Tips
Is Your Child School-Ready
School Success with Less Stress
Autism and ADHD Affect How Kids Form Habits
Back to School Tips for Parents
Riding the School Bus with SPD
Executive Function Disorder and School
Preparing for an IEP School Meeting
Difference between School based and Clinic based therapy
10 Parenting Tips for School Success with Complex Kids
8 Steps to Designing a Meeting with Teachers
Educational Resources
School Advocacy Resources
PEAC Resources for Parents and Families

Community Resources

PA Financial and Childcare Assistance Programs
What to look for in a Behavior Therapy Program
Adams County Behavior Health Providers
Life Skills Programs
ABA Therapy Chambersburg Area
Aquatic Therapy
Pediatric Dentists for Children on the Spectrum (starting point only)
Carlisle Behavioral Health Providers
Chambersburg Behavior Health Providers
Chambersburg Resources
Carlisle Resources
KTZ Flyer
KTZ Website

Autism

First 100 days after being diagnosised with Autism - Resource guide
Living on the Spectrum
Autism and the Doctors Office
Autism Guide - Testing Centers in PA
How to get an Autism Evaluation
6 Easy to Implement Strategies for Teaching a Child with Autism to Read
Self-Compassion for Parents of Autistic Children
Autism - Tips for at home

Insurance

Primary vs. Secondary Insurance
What is Cost Sharing in Health Insurance

Toys and Activities

A Ready to use 8-week Summer Theme Plan for Kids
Make a Game Out of Tasks & Chores
16 Play Ideas that Ease Anxiety in Children
Fun Snowflake Sensory Bin for Toddlers
Fun and Engaging Arctic Playdough Tray Ideas for Preschoolers
Sensory Auditory Therapy Toys
What Teachers wish Parents Understood about Kids
Benefits of Outdoor Education
How to Explore the World from Home
Benefits of Playing in the Dirt (1).pdf
Lego Math Fun
Adapting Toys for Kids with Special Needs
Fun Fall Activities
30 Activities for Kid's Brain Development
Therapy Toys for Kids with Special Needs
OT, ST, PT Recommended Toys

Parent Education

Tips for Creating Structure and Rules
When your Child is a Biter
Raising a Kind Kid
Why is my Toddler so Distracted...and is it Normal
Importance of Recess
9 Products to Help Navigate Big Feelings
Children and Screentime
Pace Yourself for the Marathon of Parenting
Summer Resources for Special Needs Children
Reward Systems: Why they work for ADHD kids and how to start one
The Summer Break Survival Guide for Parents
Failing Forward, Make Every Mistake a New One
Tips for Teaching Kids Home Safety
When Kids Lose Control or Destroy Property
Holidays with Special Needs Children: Prep and Support
Simple and Inclusive Cookie Baking and Decorating Tips for Neurodivergent Children
Why your Kids aren't Listening to you (and what to do)
6 Ways to help your Toddler feel more Capable
The Best Advice Real Parents Have for Raising Difficult Kids
5 Reasons why kids with ADHD get bullied
What is Self-Control
20 Common Phrases Parents Use that Shut Down Real Conversation
Six Key Phrases that Improve Parent Child Communication
When Parenting is Scary Parenting Kids with Depression
20 Indoor Toddler Activities That Require Little to No Clean Up
Clever Parenting Hacks for Toddlers
Parental tips (without the guilt) to support a teenager's sleep
Quick Tips to Make the Most of Parenting Breaks
How to Keep your child calm when you're stressed out
The Toddler's Playbook to Achieve Happiness
Thanksgiving Recipe Ideas for the Picky Eater
11 Tips for Turning Screen Time into Quality Learning Time
The Coach Approach to Parenting
Inclusive and Enjoyable Halloween
Helping your Special Needs Child Through Puberty
How to Create a Calm Down Corner
Why It's Important to Read Aloud to your Kids
Parenting Children with Special Needs
10 Mindfulness Activities for Kids to Boost Emotional Regulation.
14 Ways to Help Kids Regulate without making it a whole thing
Tips for Managing Tantrums
Navigating Parenthood Building a Stronger Bond When Your Child has Special Needs
Does your child have social anxiety Here's how you can help
ADHD & The Benefits of Exercise
Children's Books to Help Teach about their Emotions
21 Quiet Activities for Kids who Need a Break from Busy Days
The Healthy Way to Handle Mistakes
Back to School Education Activities
10 Top Blogs and Websites for Parents of Children with Special Needs
Supporting Children with Special Needs through Parent Therapy
How to Identify if your Child Needs Therapy
7 Easy Ways to Build Life Skills for Kids
Raising Responsible Kids
How to Handle a Chatty Kid
12 Gentle Parenting Reminders for Hard Days
Positive Parenting
Structured Parenting
A Playbook for Stress for Parents and Caregiver
Tips for Parenting During Times of Crisis
An Introduction for Parents to Play Therapy
Building a Strong Parent Child Bond
Helping your Child Find Their Emotional Voice
40 Things Parents of Special Needs Kids want you to know
Why is it Hard for Some Kids to Learn Social Skills
Parent Hot Topics - a guide for help
How to Plan the Best Summer Schedule for Special Needs Kids
The Link Between Anxiety and It's Physical Effects
How to Help wout Enabling your child - 4 rules of parenting
Five Motivators for ADHD Kids
How to Help Teens Manage Technology - a parents guide
Technology Tips for Teens
Phrases you should never say to Neurodivergent children
Planning Summer Days Rhythm & Routine with Kids
Filling your own Bucket
Benefits of a Therapy Break
Children with Anxiety Disorders
Podcasts and Blogs
SPD Symptoms by Ages
SPD vs. ADHD
Gustatory Therapy
Encouraging Friendships with SPD
Parental Burnout
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Neurodiversity, Neurodivergent & Embracing Differences
Benefits of Play Based Therapy
Holidays with a Special Needs Child
Encouraging Friendships
How to get kids to sleep in their own bed
The Importance of Sex Education
Calm the Chaos
Worst Parenting Advice for Complex Kids
This Too Shall Pass Looking for the Positive in Parenting
Managing Summer Stressors
Siblings of Children with Special Needs
ODD in Children
Raising & supporting Grandchildren with disabilities
My Child is being Bullied - What can I do?
Self-care for Parents
Emotional Management for Parents
Child Custody Resource Starting point
Benefits of Sleep in Children
Good Parenting Classes
Benefits of Daycare
Your Child's Constant Need for Attention
Teaching Your Child to Be Kind
Tips for the Transition to Middle School
Understanding the Sibling Experience
Balancing Work and Parenting
Conflict Resolution Skills for Children
Preparing your child for a Visit to the Doctor
Special Needs
When is your Child too sick to go to Childcare
Tips for Managing ADHD in Children and Teens
Easing into a Back To School Routine
Potty Training Help
Car Seat Safety