Sensational Development Occupational Therapy

06/01/2026

This challenge wasn’t just about building a path across the “lava”—it was about what happens when things don’t go perfectly. Even if you mess up or misstep, there are still opportunities to pause, adjust, and try again.

Practicing quick recovery, problem solving, and flexibility helps build confidence, resilience, and the ability to keep going even when the plan changes. In the end, success often comes from how we respond after the unexpected moments.

05/31/2026

This is a completed page from our “Planting Flowers” printable download in our store on TPT. She counted, colored, cut, and pasted three flowers to match the number on the pot. Activities like this support early math concepts, fine motor development, and sequencing skills through hands-on, engaging practice.

You can find this product and other like it by following the link in our bio and selecting “Digital Resources.”

05/30/2026

Our summer enrichment classes are now open for registration! Secure your spot today or save this reel so you don’t forget to sign up later. We can’t wait for another fun season of movement, learning, and growth.

05/29/2026

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05/28/2026

Before the floor is lava challenge could begin, teamwork and planning came first. Working together to build a safe path across the “lava” encouraged problem solving, communication, spatial awareness, and cooperation—while making therapy fun and engaging along the way.

Check back next week to see who makes it across successfully in part 2.

05/27/2026

Your child’s success in school takes more than intelligence. Read our latest blog, Non-Academic Skills Kids Need to Succeed in School, to learn how therapy can help your child develop the skills they need to stay focused, organized, and earn those gold stars.

Intelligence alone doesn't ensure your child's academic success. Learn how occupational therapy can help your child build skills to thrive in school.

05/27/2026

Sometimes success doesn’t happen on the first try—and that’s okay. Activities like this help kids build balance, coordination, motor planning, and visual attention while also practicing persistence, flexibility, and confidence. With support, encouragement, and one more try, progress happens.

05/26/2026

Using a straw to blow the cotton ball while army crawling to keep up challenges breath control, core strength, coordination, and motor planning. Adding the goal at the end keeps the activity fun while encouraging persistence and purposeful movement.

05/25/2026

Mighty Muscles & Messy Art is back this summer for ages 4–7—now with even more movement, sensory play, and creative messy art fun!

This 7-week group supports gross motor skills, coordination, regulation, and creativity through play-based activities kids love.

📍 Massapequa clinic
📅 July 6 – August 21
🗓️ Mondays 10:30–12:00 or Thursdays 10:00–11:30
💲 $315 full session

Spots are limited—DM us or call to register or learn more!

05/24/2026

A lot of kids come in saying it in their own way—and we feel it too 💛

We love making OT playful, meaningful, and something kids are excited to come back to.

What’s something your child gets excited about each week?