All about Sensory Integration

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a series of disorders that fall on some part of the autism spectrum.  These disorder all have one thing in common, they are all sensory processing disorders which require the use of sensory integration in order to help connect the sensory signals from the body to the brain. With the use of a sensory gym kids are able to improve their processing by gaining the stimulation needed to make better connections and develop above the current level of sensory processing.

Sensory integration using sensory gym activities involves using activities that children are both mastering and deficient with.  If the activity can do both it helps kids recognize they can indeed accomplish some of the activities they were unable to before.  Whether this means letting kids climb and play or use a variety of arts and crafts activities the idea is to help kids develop the skills they are going to need later in life through the use of the sensory gym and the equipment present at the location.

When kids are introduced to sensory gym activities they can enjoy the fun of playing at the gym and experience the sensory stimulation they need from the activities found at the gym.  Come see us at WRTS and let us help you find the right activities to improve your child’s sensory processing with some fun activities that are great for them.

Places to Go for Fall Activities in Tarzana

With the months that come closer to the end of the year there are a wide array of great activities you can enjoy with your children.  This is the time of year in some parts of the country where the leaves change colors and the temperatures begin to drop.  In Tarzana, CA the changes are milder than in many parts of the country.  If you are looking for some great fall activities for kids, you can continue to enjoy some of the same fun you did in the summer.

Here are some areas for great fall activities for kids in Tarzana:

• Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood – See some of your favorite characters and enjoy the fun of    seeing them in action and some of the sets that made these movies.

• We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym – A great place to play for all kids, full of fun playground equipment and craft activities.

• The Tree House – A fun place to enjoy some climbing and jumping in an environment made to be  like a tree.

• The Critter Squad – Touch, feel and learn about your favorite animals at this fun zoo.

Whatever fun fall activities for kids you choose, take advantage of the Southern California sunshine and the great variety of things to do.  Let the kids decide and enjoy their favorite fall activities for kids in Tarzana.