A Sensory Nook In the classroom - A tent with sensory supplies and activities As adults, we understand what it means to feel overwhelmed. When work, home, or life gets too noisy or demanding, we instinctively find ways to reset — grabbing a coffee, scrolling on our phones, stepping outside for a walk, or calling a friend to vent. These small breaks help us release stress, clear our minds, and return to our responsibilities calmer and more focused. But how about our little one

“School is too boring,” Jaden declared one afternoon as I picked him up from his class for our occupational therapy session. His bright, expressive face was cast downward as he walked, shoulders slumped in frustration. “It’s a whole day of blah, blah, blah that I have to listen to. It’s too long, and I hate it.” Meet Jaden: a second grader, avid skier, and talented chess player. He delights in mental math, devours fun books, and lights up any room with his infectious laughter