Entries by Your Therapy Source Inc

Kale and Apple Salad that Kids Will Actually Eat!

I can’t believe it. My kids actually ate this kale and apple salad and asked for more. I like vegetables and happen to like kale but usually not raw. I adapted this recipe from Cooking at the New York Times. Quick funny story – my kids tasted raw kale at lunch time that I was putting […]

Sock Bean Bags from the Sensory Box

Why not take sensory play outside the box with sock bean bags?  We have so many mismatched socks around this house so this was a great upcycle project.  We have a sensory box with dried split peas and lima beans.  Have to admit not one of my favorite sensory boxes – the split peas feel […]

Creative Brain Series Question #5 – New Holiday?

Here is question #5 to get your creative brain juices flowing – Every year we celebrate holidays.  If you could start a new holiday what would it be and when would you celebrate it? This post is part of the Creative Brain Series from Growing Play on creativity, imagination, outside the box thinking, something quick to do […]

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10 Nature Challenges for Your Family

Here are 10 ideas to get your creative juices flowing to head outdoors! 1.  Go on One Hike:  Head outdoors for at least one hike.  I love hiking with the family as long as we pick appropriate trails.  I like well marked, short jaunts (maximum 2 miles round trip) that are not too hilly.  For […]

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Giant Animal Memory Game

Check out this fun, giant game of memory that you can print and play!  Get kids moving and thinking with this activity.  You can print the pages in color or black and white (color before you play). Watch it in action below. Download the free Giant Animal Memory game at Growing Play.  

10 Reasons Why Children Have Trouble with Self Regulation

Lately, I have been wondering why kids seem to act out more? Child rearing has changed so much over the last few decades. Children’s ability to self regulate and control their emotions is greatly influenced by their environment. Here are 10 things that have changed over the years that can affect a child’s ability to […]

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5 Ideas for Family Fun Night for Under $5

On the rare occasion that we are all home for the entire night, I get excited.  As our children get older, it can be hard to have everyone together all evening.  When those nights do happen, we like to make it fun (and since I am a cheapskate – economical too). Here are some of […]

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Memory Challenge – Welcome to the Zoo

Welcome to the Zoo is a freebie from the Memory Challenge packet.  Study the picture, fold the paper and see if you can remember all 12 objects.  Kids can play alone or with a group – see who can remember the most objects.  Download the Zoo Memory Challenge at Growing Play.    See additional information […]