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4 Weeks of Summer Sensory Fun: Connecting with Your Child Through Play

Discover 4 weeks of simple sensory activities designed specifically for Hong Kong families living in small spaces. This calendar features daily movement, touch, and play ideas that support your child's development while having fun together. Each activity uses minimal materials you likely already have at home. Perfect for ages 3-10, with adaptations for different developmental levels. Download your free calendar today and transform everyday moments into opportunities for conne

Jul 82 min read

A diverse group of hands reaching inward to form a circle, symbolizing collaboration, inclusion, and support. Multiple hands of different skin tones join together at the center, representing the 'Dream Team' approach of teachers, parents, peers, and shadow teachers working together to support a student's success.

When Compassion Meets Opportunity: My Journey as a Shadow Teacher

As my journey as a shadow teacher concludes, I reflect on a remarkable 30-day transformation. A student who once isolated himself now fully participates with peers, demonstrating what's possible when the right supports align. This "Dream Team" approach—combining a supportive school, compassionate teachers, accepting peers, engaged parents, and flexible shadow teaching—created the perfect conditions for growth. When care meets opportunity, children exceed all expectations, cha

Jun 284 min read

A young student sits at a desk looking overwhelmed by an assignment. Their expression shows frustration rather than disinterest, illustrating how what adults might label as "laziness" is often a child facing invisible challenges like sensory processing difficulties, anxiety, or learning differences. The image represents the article's core message that children's struggles deserve understanding rather than judgment.

There Are No Lazy Kids - Just Kids Facing Invisible Challenges

When we label children as "lazy," we miss what's happening beneath the surface. Children are naturally curious beings who want to succeed. What looks like laziness is often sensory overwhelm, perfectionism, anxiety, or executive function challenges. Instead of asking "Why won't this child work harder?" we should ask "What barriers are they facing that I can't see?" and "How can I help them succeed?"

Apr 303 min read

young autistic boy hugging Jane Shin the therapist from Integrated SEN Therapy

Beyond Awareness: Celebrating the Remarkable Strengths of Autism

Beyond awareness, let's celebrate autism's remarkable gifts: authenticity, precision, justice, and unique perspectives that enrich our world

Apr 22 min read

A mom and child hugging in a calm, connected moment. Their foreheads are gently touching as they share a peaceful interaction, symbolizing the neural synchrony and emotional connection discussed in the article

Parental Emotions Shape Brain Development: The Science Behind the Connection

Your emotions shape your child's brain. SEN kids detect stress through biology, not just behavior. Science shows why self-care matters.

Mar 254 min read

Parent holding a sleeping newborn baby securely in their arms while sitting comfortably. The infant appears peaceful and content, demonstrating the security that comes from responsive care.

Why You Can't Spoil a Newborn: The Science Behind Early Responsiveness

Holding your baby won't spoil them. Research shows responsive care leads to better brain development and emotional regulation in children.

Mar 134 min read

Empty classroom with rows of wooden desks facing a blackboard, representing the traditional educational environment where inclusion challenges occur when students with special needs are placed by age rather than ability.

Inclusive Education Challenges in Hong Kong: The Hidden Costs of Age-Based Placement

Hong Kong's age-based school placement creates impossible gaps for SEN students. True inclusion requires balancing social needs with meaning

Mar 109 min read