Sensational Sensory Play by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog “As parents, we often worry about the wrong things. For example, we worry about the messes our children might make rather than the educational benefits they will gain through messy sensory play. This week, we take a look at sensory play and it’s great value to encourage…

Open the Door to Outdoor Fun by Dana Smith Bader in OTR Blog When I was a child, except for the mandatory school hours indoors, I spent most of my time outdoors.  We used to live right near the beach, and the sandy shore and sea were my playgrounds.  I used to do cartwheels in the sand,…

Plant World for Kids – Get your kids introduced to Terrariums Gardening is a fun-filled activity for kids and is therapeutic which will teach them life lessons and this encourages kids to have a healthier lifestyle. With gardening, kids can touch and feel the dirt, seeds, and flowers, see the vibrant colors and varied sizes…