Children Activities

A laughing young boy holds an armful of fall leaves in a sunny forest while his father and sister smile behind him, representing sensory-friendly and inclusive family events in the Chicago area this holiday season.

Sensory-Friendly & Inclusive Events Happening Mid-November Through Mid-December 2026

Children Activities

The holidays can be a lot for kids with sensory sensitivities, from bright lights to […]

A smiling young boy sits in a salon chair wearing a cape while a stylist trims his hair with clippers, representing strategies that help a child with autism handle haircuts.

How to Help a Child with Autism Handle Haircuts: Strategies That Work

ABA Therapy, Children Activities, Occupational Therapy, Parent Education

QUICK ANSWER To help a child with autism handle haircuts, start with practice at home, […]

A joyful young girl in an orange sweater and yellow hat kneels in a pile of fall leaves and tosses them into the air, representing seasonal activities that build strength, balance, and coordination.

Fall Into Fun: Seasonal Children’s Activities Our PTs Love

Children Activities, Physical Therapy

QUICK ANSWER Fall is a great season for movement. Jumping in leaf piles, carrying pumpkins, […]

A child in a space ranger costume cheers with a raised fist while seated in a wheelchair transformed into a spaceship with a costume cover, representing adaptive Halloween costume ideas for kids who use wheelchairs.

How Do You Adapt a Halloween Costume for a Wheelchair, Walker, or Braces? Easy Ideas for Kids

Children Activities, Parent Education, Physical Therapy

QUICK ANSWER Yes, you can adapt almost any Halloween costume. For a wheelchair, a costume […]

A smiling mother, father, and young child kneel together in a pumpkin patch holding orange pumpkins, representing sensory-friendly and inclusive fall events for families in the Chicago area.

Sensory-Friendly & Inclusive Events Happening Mid-October Through Mid-November 2026

Children Activities, Parent Education

Halloween & Fall Events Sensory-Friendly Halloween Party at Mokena Public Library 📅 Date: Saturday, October […]

A colorful AAC playground communication board with picture symbols for words like play, swing, help, and all done stands at the entrance to a Mokena park playground, donated by Westside Children's Therapy.

Westside Partners with Mokena Parks & Recreation to Bring Communication Boards to Local Playgrounds

Children Activities, Opportunities

IN SHORT Westside Children’s Therapy has partnered with Mokena Parks & Recreation to install AAC […]

Sensory-Friendly Events in September and October

Sensory-Friendly & Inclusive Events Happening Mid-September Through Mid-October 2026

Children Activities, Parent Education

As summer fades into fall, Chicagoland offers a steady lineup of sensory-friendly and inclusive opportunities […]

Fenced-In Playgrounds in Chicago Suburbs

Where to Find Fenced-In Playgrounds Across the Chicago Suburbs and Beyond

Children Activities, Parent Education

QUICK ANSWER Fenced-in playgrounds can offer families an added layer of safety and peace of […]

Sensory-Friendly Events in August

Sensory-Friendly & Inclusive Events Happening In August 2026

Children Activities, Parent Education

August brings warm, full days and a packed slate of sensory-friendly and inclusive opportunities across […]

Sensory-Friendly Events in July

Sensory‑Friendly Events Happening In July

Children Activities, Parent Education

July brings long, warm days and a full slate of sensory-friendly opportunities across the Chicagoland […]

Sensory-Friendly Events in June

Sensory‑Friendly Events Happening In June

Children Activities, Parent Education

June is here and with it, more opportunities to get outside, explore, and experience the […]

Sensory-Friendly Events in May

Sensory‑Friendly Events Happening In May

ABA Therapy, Children Activities, Opportunities

May brings warmer weather, longer days, and a handful of wonderful opportunities for families in […]