Heavy Work and Body Awareness: Why are they so important for kids?

In this video we take a deep dive into our sensory system. We explore: - Our 8 senses including body awareness / proprioception - How kids develop their sensory systems - How heavy work can help kids struggling with body awareness. Follow Along Heavy Work Sessions: Coming Soon! There is a free printable of all of today's heavy work activities here: www.pediatrictherapyessentials.com/product/heavy-w… Items used in this video: Pop Tubes: amzn.to/3sMQJOu Squigz: amzn.to/39RYyd7 Bean Bags: amzn.to/2LUqMMg Bubbles: amzn.to/3sMRjLY Scooter Board: amzn.to/2Y3CRBf Therapy Putty: amzn.to/3c3RKvM Play Doh: amzn.to/2MfLeH6 Want more information? Website: www.pediatrictherapyessentials.com/ Blog Posts: www.pediatrictherapyessentials.com/blog-vidoes/ Resources: www.pediatrictherapyessentials.com/store/ YouTube Channel:    / @pediatrictherapyessentials   I hope you enjoy this video, and I look forward to seeing you again next Saturday! -Heather Pediatric Therapy Essentials, LLC participates in the Amazon Associates Program. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. Thanks for your support!

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