Category Archives: Bogin Project

Today was a chance for the students to see the kind of equipment we use at our pediatric outpatient OT clinic. There were lots of swings and a “hug machine” to look over, and  we looked through lots of catalogs … Continue reading →

This was a great first visit. We were impressed  with how much the teachers and staff were already doing in terms of giving kids plenty of opportunities for movement and exercise. There’s a wonderful outdoor play area, and a big … Continue reading →

This was my first  chance to speak to a group of parents about the Playscape Project. I am hopeful that the Holyoke preschool will be the 3rd site where we will get involved this semester.  There was a group of 20-25 parents … Continue reading →

This was a wonderful day for me; I got to sit back and observe as students made up games and motor activities using simple props and toys from my traveling toy bag- It was thrilling to see the toys and … Continue reading →

The class today heard a panel of local clinicians who spoke about the trends in motor development among pre-school children. The panel included Dr Scott Cochrane from Holyoke Pediatrics, Arlene Spooner, PT,  who has worked locally in early intervention for … Continue reading →

The first class took place at the Holyoke Children’s Museum, where we have been cordially invited to meet. Susan Kelley, the museum director , has been kind enough to open the door for our project to meet at the museum, … Continue reading →

Dear friends, I am excited that the playscape project is set to begin next week, with the start of the seminar I’ll be teaching with students from Smith College and Springfield College. I’m especially excited that the centers in Holyoke … Continue reading →