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Play is essential to child development, providing the foundation for skills that support learning, regulation, and participation throughout life. As children grow, their play evolves, taking on different forms that each serve an important purpose. In this post, we’ll explore the different types of play and share examples of toys and materials that often support each stage. Pleas...


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Many parents worry that teaching their baby or toddler American Sign Language (ASL) or “baby sign language” will prevent them from speaking. In reality, using signs during early language development offers many benefits and can actually support verbal communication. American Sign Language (ASL) can play a powerful role in early language development, especially for babies and t...


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Thinking about how to talk to your kid about being inclusive of the differences that make us who we are? Reading books can be a great way to spark conversations, provide age-appropriate language, and model perspective taking with peers. These picks come straight from BAC occupational therapist Carla, who selected some of her favorite reads to help kids see the beauty in differ...


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The Boston Ability Center has generated a list of local inclusive activities that we hope will provide fun for the whole family this holiday season! *Please be sure to visit the websites below for the most up-to-date information. Harvest Hoedown (ages 20+) Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress Self Advocate Advisory Council (MDSC SAAC) and the Bentley University Best Buddies grou...


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As a pediatric physical therapist, I often hear parents told to “wait and see” when their child isn’t meeting gross motor milestones. The...


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