We made a felt arts and crafts project!

Hi, I’m Rachel! I grew up on the East Coast where I got my B.A. in Psychology at William Paterson University, and my M.S. in Occupational Therapy from Seton Hall University. Before going back to school for OT, I spent some time managing residential group homes. After becoming an OT, I worked in a public school district in Hawaii, in a specialized school in Pennsylvania, and in a charter school in Philadelphia. I visited Alaska (yes, in the winter to be sure 😊), and knew I wa

We made a train track!

Spring is finally starting to peek through here in Anchorage, and with it comes some fun family events around town! One event we’re excited about is Bear’s Tooth Jams for Fams: Spring Bunny Hop, happening Sunday, March 29, at 1:00 PM. This lively event is recommended for kids 10 and under and is a great chance for families to get out, move, and celebrate the season together. We love community events like this because they give children opportunities to engage in play, movemen

We put Mr. Bear on a swing!

We made a tower out of blocks! Can you guess what building in the world this one is supposed to look like?

Can you find our visitor?

We made a bird during an arts and crafts activity!

We made an obstacle course!

Children thrive when they engage in activities that challenge their bodies and minds. Heavy work activities, which involve pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying weight, provide essential sensory input that helps children develop strength, coordination, and focus. These activities are more than just physical exercise—they support emotional regulation, improve attention, and build confidence. This post explores practical heavy work activities that parents, educators, and careg

We made a stepping stone obstacle course!

We made homemade weighted, microwave safe socks filled with rice!