Fun!(ctional) Fidgets
And Why They May Help with Focus, Attention and Anxiety
The use of fidgets has seen a rise in popularity and use for all students, not just those with special needs. Understand the rationale for use and get tips to effectively use fidgets as sensory tools to help support self regulation skills.
Webinar objectives
Upon completing this webinar, participants will be able to...
- Understand sensory processing and fidgets with evidence base support for use.
- Be familiar with the different types of fidgets.
- Get tips on creating your own guidelines for fidget use.
Your Instructor
Cecilia Cruse, MS. OTR/L received her BS degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Florida, and her Master’s degree in Education from Georgia State University. She is SIPT (Sensory Integration & Praxis Test) certified and has over 30 years’ experience in pediatrics with school-based services (including pre-school and Head Start programs) acute care and outpatient pediatric settings including Augusta University in Georgia, and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite. Cecilia has experience as a consultant, author and lecturer including TV appearances, such as CNN’s Health Watch and Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. She has authored several articles for professional periodicals and magazines and has served as a trainer/consultant and service provider in several school systems. Cecilia is currently the Subject Matter Expert for Abilitations/ School Specialty Special Needs Division. She also lectures nationwide on practical sensory solutions for educators, therapists and parents. She is “energetic” and “entertaining” and insists on a fun learning experience.