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Hi! We’re Claire & Lauren! Welcome to The Inspired Treehouse!

We’re pediatric physical and occupational therapists who share information, activities, and resources related to child development. Our email newsletter includes weekly freebies like downloadable/printable activities and handouts!

🍽️ Our Favorite FREE Thanksgiving Games and Activities!

Hey there friends! We can already smell the mashed potatoes, turkey, and pumpkin pie! Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to get kids involved in the magic of the holidays. We've linked up some of our favorite games and freebies below (along with a brand new one!) to help your little ones celebrate this delicious time of year! Enjoy! - Lauren & Claire BRAND NEW! Thanksgiving Would You Rather Movement Game [FREE Download!] Whether you’re a teacher trying to channel pre-holiday excitement, a...

Movement Break Freebies!

When it comes to helping kids stay regulated and engaged at school and at home, two common approaches are movement breaks and sensory diets.Recently, we’ve noticed that these terms are often being used interchangeably, so we thought it would be a good idea to address the differences between the two. Let us know your thoughts and enjoy the freebie too! - Lauren & Claire Movement Breaks & Sensory Diets[FREEBIE] Understanding the differences can help parents, teachers, and therapists provide...

Turkey Themed Fun & Freebies!

🦃 Get ready for some Thanksgiving fun! Today, we’re sharing our favorite turkey-themed activities that get kids moving, creating, and building important developmental skills along the way! Perfect for the classroom, therapy room, or at home—these playful ideas will keep little turkeys busy and learning all season long! FREE Printable Turkey Name Craft This turkey name craft is one of our favorite ways to practice sequencing the letters of kids’ names! Click here! Turkey Themed Activity Pack...

A Brand New Self-Regulation Resource! + a Freebie!

Hey there! Helping kids stay calm, focused, and in control of their emotions isn’t always easy—especially when big feelings or tough transitions pop up. That’s why we came up with a brand new resource we think you'll love. Our Self-Regulation Reset Prompt Pack includes engaging, easy-to-use visuals designed by pediatric therapists to help children calm their bodies and refocus during moments of anxiety, frustration, or transition. We're giving away one page of the printable pack for FREE...

Last Day of the Sale!

Hey there, It’s the last day of the Harkla SPD Awareness Sale — your final chance to grab some of our favorite CEUs at a discount disappears tonight! 🕒 And speaking of therapy essentials… we just launched something brand new we think you’ll love: our Session Snapshot Tear-Off Notepads! These quick, check-off style sheets make it easier than ever to keep parents and caregivers in the loop about what kids are working on in therapy — no extra typing or planning required. Scroll down to shop the...

Last Minute Halloween Ideas + Freebies! 🎃

Halloween is almost here! If you're on the lookout for some fun last minute ideas to get kids moving and learning, we've got you covered! Check out some of our favorite activities and freebies below! Happy Halloween! Claire & Lauren Ghost Cutting Craft [FREE PRINTABLE] Practice those cutting skills with this fun and easy freebie! Perfect for kids who are learning to cut on a line! Click here! Halloween Movement & Core Strength Cards [FREE PRINTABLE] The visual perceptual skill of visual...

Last Chance for Early Bird Pricing ⏳

Hi there! The Sensory Summit: Unpacking Sensory Needs, One Case at a Time, hosted by Precision CPD is almost here — and it’s your last chance to grab the Early Bird VIP rate! Three days of learning is inspiring, but it can also be overwhelming. And once the summit ends, it’s easy for strategies to slip away in the busyness of life. That’s where the VIP Ticket comes in. It's the best way to make the most of the Sensory Summit. We always opt for the upgrade when we participate in continuing...

More Hallowen Freebies!

Hey there! We're back today to share some more fun Halloween freebies, along with an awesome NEW resource for therapists! Our new Session Snapshot Notepads make documenting therapy sessions quick, clear, and professional - allowing you to communicate easily with parents and caregivers in a pretty, easy-to-read format! Find the details below! And now for the freebies...our Halloween Would You Rather game is a great way to get kids moving in the classroom, therapy room, or at home. And our free...

It's SPD Awareness Month! FREEBIES and Resources!

Hey there! It's SPD Awareness Month and we're excited to share some of our most popular sensory resources along with a couple of great resources for other providers who create amazing products and events related to sensory processing! The Sensory Summit! 🗓 Oct 27–29🎥 12 powerful sessions VIP includes:🎓 CEUs for OTs, PTs, SLPs(10 contact hours)🎧 Private podcast access📒 Workbook + bonuses📆 Lifetime replay accessEarly Bird VIP price ends Oct 26! Click here to sign up! Harkla's SPD Awareness...

Halloween Activities & FREEBIES Your Kids Will Love!

Hey there friends! Halloween is almost here! Now is the perfect time to plan some fun activities for the kids in your classroom, therapy practice - or at home! Today, we are filling your inbox with some of our favorite spooky activities to get everyone in the spirit. What are your go-to Halloween activities to do with your kiddos? Reply to this email and share your favorites with us! More soon, Lauren & Claire Halloween Movement & Core Strength Cards Grab these free printable cards to use as...

We’re pediatric physical and occupational therapists who share information, activities, and resources related to child development. Our email newsletter includes weekly freebies like downloadable/printable activities and handouts!