https://www.withinreachconsulting.org https://www.withinreachconsulting.org/resources <div data-rss-type="text"> <h4> <span> <span> Resources that you can use at home to teach your child various social skills </span> </span> </h4> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> Throughout my career, I have dedicated countless hours to researching effective and enjoyable resources that help children develop social skills. Below are the programs that I use most frequently in my practice. Feel free to explore them, and let me know if you find them beneficial! <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> The Social Express Program </strong> </p> <p> <a href="https://socialexpress.com/the-social-express/" target="_blank"> https://socialexpress.com/the-social-express/ </a> <span> <span> </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> The Social Express is a research based animated interactive program which allows children an opportunity to learn and practice life skills for future success.  </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <strong> Centervention </strong> </p> <p> <a href="https://www.centervention.com/" target="_blank"> https://www.centervention.com/ </a> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> Centervention has engaging and effective online games where children practice and improve social emotional skills. It also has free resources and activities that you can print. </span> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> <br/>   </span> </span> <strong> PBIS Kids </strong> </p> <p> <a href="https://pbskids.org/" target="_blank"> https://pbskids.org/ </a> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <span> PBIS Kids has educational games, books and videos. My personal recommendations include </span> </span> <a href="https://pbskids.org/daniel/" target="_blank"> Daniel the tiger </a> <span> <span> and </span> </span> <a href="https://pbskids.org/sesame/games/elmos-school-friends" target="_blank"> Elmo and friends </a> <span> . </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> </p> </div> Fri, 05 Nov 2021 17:42:47 GMT https://www.withinreachconsulting.org/resources thumbnail main image https://www.withinreachconsulting.org/make-the-most-of-the-season-by-following-these-simple-guidelines <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> The summer season provides an excellent opportunity to introduce new family activities. Engaging in such activities can enhance communication skills, strengthen relationships, and promote various social skills among family members. Below are two activities designed for you and your family to enjoy together: </span> </p> </div> <div data-rss-type="text"> <p> <span> Conversation Cards </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> </span> <span> Busy schedules can of </span> <span> ten limit the quality and depth of communication between parents and children beyond everyday basics. Conversation Cards provide an engaging way for families to connect by sharing interests, feelings, and ideas. Each family member writes down a topic or question they would like to discuss on an index card, or you can purchase pre-made conversation cards. These cards can then be used to spark conversations during dinner or family night, promoting open communication and stronger bonds. </span> </p> <p> <br/> </p> <p> <span> Stress Balls </span> </p> <p> <span> <br/> Creating stress balls is a fun and therapeutic family activity that encourages relaxation and emotional regulation. You can easily make stress balls using common household items such as flour, rice, or playdough. This activity allows parents to model healthy coping strategies for managing frustration. For detailed instructions, check out this helpful resource: </span> <span> <span> </span> </span> <a href="https://copingskillsforkids.com/blog/homemade-stress-balls" target="_blank"> Homemade Stress Balls. </a> </p> </div> Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:42:47 GMT https://www.withinreachconsulting.org/make-the-most-of-the-season-by-following-these-simple-guidelines thumbnail main image