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The Best Fidget Cube: Six Sides of Fidgetty Goodness

Posted in Reviews on June 29, 2017

Two different fidget cubes in the palm of your hand

If you or your child are a pen chewer, or you simply need something to do with your hands to occupy your time, the fidget cube is the best option for quiet fidgeting out there. The fidget cube was designed with the need to fidget in mind. It is set up to accommodate all of Read More »

4 Easy Ways to Practice Mindfulness

Posted in Homeschooling on June 28, 2017

Blond girl journaling in order to become more mindful of herself

If you read our blog post on how to become more mindful in just five minutes, you may be looking for ways to expand your practice to include more techniques than just meditation. If you’ve stumbled upon the blog, or are just curious about the method, I’ve added a brief description to refresh your memory: Read More »

ADHD Fidget Toys: 10 Unique Fidget Items to Keep Kids Occupied

Posted in Reviews on June 28, 2017

Girl with a red fidget spinner

Fidgets are an excellent way to keep children with ADHD occupied—especially if you have a child who always has multiple things on their mind. Before moving forward, please note that fidget items are not a one-size-fits-all cure. Different children need different types of fidget and sensory toys to keep them occupied. Additionally, these toys are Read More »

What this Former Homeschool Student Wants Every Teaching Parent to Know

Posted in Homeschool Voices on June 27, 2017

Homeschooling Mother and Child

Every choice we make as parents feels significant. And some are probably even more important than the choice to homeschool. Just like every other important decision you’ve made, it comes after careful consideration, weighing the risk and benefits, and rigorous introspection to answer the gnawing question: “Can I even do this?” Even when you know Read More »

Best Sensory Toys for Autism (Tactile, Oral, Auditory, Visual, Vestibular, Proprioceptive)

Posted in Lifestyle on June 27, 2017

Sensory toys in the bathtub

There are different levels of autism, and each child requires a different amount of sensory input, as well as a different amount of sensory input. Finding the right sensory toy for your child is very important because the sensory activity can either create a more stable environment, or a more hectic environment for your child. Read More »

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