Blog - Carolina Pediatric Therapy

Creative Teaching – Adding Color to Learning

July 31, 2023 in

Creative teaching

Why is this important? Most of us learn through various ‘modes’. Auditory, visual, and/or tactile....

Positive Teaching Promotes Positive Behavior

May 04, 2022 in

Creative teaching

With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, teaching can feel like a marathon of managing...

Free & Low-cost Resources that bridge disparities in Socioeconomic & Racial Gaps in Reading & Education

March 08, 2021 in

Language development

We'd like to share a list of 15 Free & Low-cost resources in our local communities that help bridge...

Inclusive Books List for Children & Families

March 01, 2021 in

Language development

Representation matters in media & in literature. It is important for children & youth to see...

8 Quick Handwriting Tips for Children Struggling in School

April 18, 2017 in

Occupational therapy

Occupational therapists are experts at assessing the steps of an activity and modifying/adapting...

Kids Need Positivity, Not Negativity

December 13, 2016 in

Behavioral health

When children are trying to learn something they’re not naturally good at, it has been proven that...

Q's Race to the Top Board Game

November 15, 2016 in

Behavioral health

Q's Race to the Top Board Game ($29.99 @ www.Amazon.com) Rating- ***** out of 5 Age Range- 3 and up

Enroll Teachers in Speech-Language Development

August 30, 2016 in

Goals

School is starting again, and that means meeting with your child’s teacher to prepare for the...

The Importance of Early Intervention

February 23, 2016 in

Behavioral health

Early intervention is the term used when a child receives therapy services at a young age. Therapy...

The Benefits of Taking a Step Back

February 09, 2016 in

Parenting

The term "helicopter parenting" was first coined in the 1969 book "Parents &Teenagers" by Dr. Haim...

How swing sets can help your child's development

October 27, 2015 in

Physical therapy

Most people probably consider swinging a childhood staple. From the healthy competition of “highest...

7 Steps for Better Language Skills

October 13, 2015 in

Social skills

What Parents Should Know About Signs & Treatments. Language is an important part of everyday...

iPad Grants and Funding Resources

October 08, 2015 in

Assistive technology

Raising a child is not cheap. The average family will spend roughly $245,000 per child from birth...

How to Read With Your Child, Not Just To Your Child

August 12, 2015 in

Reading

Reading to your child is a wonderful thing. Not only does it help with listening and comprehension...

The Superpower of Positive Parenting

July 29, 2015 in

Social skills

The value of an engaged parent is immeasurable. In over fifteen years in the field of...

Helping Your Child with Special Needs Deal with the Loss of a Loved One

February 04, 2015 in

Physical therapy

Do be open and honest. There is no need to share every detail with your child, but don’t lie about...

Keys of Social Communication: Big Picture

January 28, 2015 in

Occupational therapy

Nonverbal Communication as one of the keys to social communication. Being able to read, understand,...

Making Sure Your Child Gets the Best Sleep Possible

December 29, 2014 in

Behavioral health

It is not uncommon for children to have some sort of sleep issue or difficulty. In fact, around 30%...

Decorating Holiday Cookies

December 11, 2014 in

Physical therapy

Recommended Age: All Ages

Teaching Your Child About Safety