Neurolens: Sensory
The Sensory NeuroLens focuses on the profound role of our senses in shaping experiences, perceptions, and connections. It emphasises the enhancement of sensory awareness to enrich interactions with the world, improve learning, and foster a deeper appreciation of life’s nuances. Through this lens, the senses become gateways to understanding, creativity, subjectivity, and mindfulness.
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How Children Learn to Connect: The 6 Stages of Play
When is a game of blocks more than just fun? When Play Becomes the Most Powerful Teacher Play is a crucial part of child development and is best when it becomes a massive part of a child’s life. It contributes to cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development, sensory integration, language skills and interpersonal relationships, as…
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Building Better Brains: How Play Strengthens Executive Function in Children
Have you ever wondered why some kids seem more focused, organised, or able to stay calm under pressure? Executive functioning has become a popularised brain word. What exactly is executive functioning? It is the brain’s way of processing information while regulating the self. It involves our working memory, planning, self-monitoring, time management, self-control and organisation.…
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The Power of Play: How Different Types of Play Shape a Child’s Brain Development
Have you ever watched a child turn a stick into a sword or a pile of blocks into a castle? The Transformative Role of Play in Child Development When a child is moving around, playing, learning about themself and about the environment around them – they are building their brain’s infrastructure. It’s important to stimulate…
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Tumble, Jump, Repeat: How Physical Play Fuels Brain Development and Resilience
Do you remember the joy of climbing trees, leaping across puddles, or play-wrestling with friends? When was the last time you saw a child roll down a grassy hill or leap across rocks in a stream? The Hidden Power of Play: More Than Just Fun These simple, spontaneous moments of physical play may seem like…
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Embodied Traditions: How Intergenerational Movement and Cultural Dance Shape Identity and Wellbeing
What if the most powerful stories we inherit aren’t spoken or written – but danced? Can movement carry memory? Across cultures and generations, intergenerational movement and dance are far more than performance – they are a living, breathing archive of embodied knowledge, identity, and collective memory. Across the world, communities use dance not only as…
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10 Strategies to Foster a Culture of Movement and Play in Families
When was the last time your living room turned into a dance floor, or your hallway into a racetrack? Reclaiming Everyday Play: Where Movement Begins at Home Think back to your childhood – was there a hallway you turned into a racetrack, a patch of grass that became a soccer field, or a driveway stage…
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Growing up Together: 10 Strategies to Manage Sibling Rivalry in Neurodiverse Families
Does it ever feel like your kids are constantly competing for your attention? For parents, balancing the needs of all children can be an overwhelming task. In neurodiverse families these dynamics can become even more complex. However, understanding attention dynamics and fostering empathy within the families can create opportunities for growth and a sense…
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Embracing Neurodiversity: How Cognitive Diversity Fuels Innovation & Inclusion
What if we told you that the most innovative ideas, the sharpest solutions and the most creative breakthroughs often come from the neurodivergent minds? Imagine a world where every mind – no matter how it works – is celebrated for its unique brilliance. Embracing neurodiversity challenges traditional perceptions of intelligence and productivity, highlighting how autism,…
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Diverse Communication Styles: 7 Strategies to Foster Inclusivity & Connection
How often do we pause to truly listen – not just to words, but the way they’re expressed? Diverse communication styles shape how we connect, understand, and collaborate as human beings. Whether in workplaces, communities, or global interactions, recognising and celebrating these differences fosters inclusivity, mutual understanding, and compassion. Communication is an evolving art that…
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How LEGO® Toys Can Be the Building Blocks for Social Growth and Creativity in Neurodivergent Children
Seeing LEGO®bricks scattered out across your living room floor might feel like just another mess to clean up. What if those tiny pieces were more than just clutter? What if they could help your child grow in ways you never imagined? Play is a universal way for kids to explore, learn, and express themselves—whether they…
