Activity Goals: Your child will understand and see that germs can transfer from one surface to another. Your child will learn how to eliminate germs by washing hands with water and soap for at least 20 seconds. Materials: Lotion or cooking oil Glitter or spices (such as ground cinnamon or cocoa powder) Procedure: Introduce the […]
It’s just after 10:00 am, and I’ve already heard from a few clients and a few personal friends today that the biggest struggle in their home right now is academics. Some parents are feeling like they must single-handedly ensure that their child doesn’t forget what they’ve learned so far this year and prepare them to […]
Everyone worries and feels anxious occasionally, and when it negatively impacts daily life, it’s time to take action. Current studies show that about 30% of children between ages 3-17 experience symptoms of anxiety. So we’re tackling this important topic in two parts. In Part 2 of Understanding Childhood Anxiety, two kids share how they manage […]
By Sally Rasmussen, Encompass Special Educator, and Missy Budworth, Encompass Early Intervention Team Supervisor Our tendency as humans to be “creatures of habit” has been disrupted with the COVID-19 outbreak. Kids, as well as us parents, benefit from routines to feel a sense of predictability and control in our lives. With the closure of schools […]
By Lindsey Cooper, Encompass Clinic Team Supervisor, and Megan Walsh, Encompass Behavioral Health Manager COVID-19, or coronavirus, has been a whirlwind experience for many of us, especially in the Pacific Northwest. While information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Public Health assure us that the statistical risks of COVID-19 are minimal for most […]
Everyone worries and feels anxious occasionally, and when it negatively impacts daily life, it’s time to take action. Current studies show that about 30% of children between ages 3-17 experience symptoms of anxiety. So we’re tackling this important topic in two parts. In Part 1, two kids and their mothers share their experiences with anxiety—in […]
