Kids Groove and Grow
Welcome to Kids Groove and Grow. Our mission is to guide and enhance child development by providing up-to-date information, activities, tips, ideas, and resources for parents, educators, and kids. Let’s get started.
About me
My name is Adriana Stapella, and I am a pediatric occupational therapist. I am passionate about helping young children reach their full potential. I enjoy supporting, educating, and empowering parents, teachers, and therapists in every aspect of children’s developmental success. My education includes a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees of Science of Occupational Therapy from Mount Mary University, Milwaukee, WI. I have practiced exclusively in pediatrics for over 15 years in Chicagoland, and now for the past several years in Phoenix, AZ. Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband and two children, hiking, traveling, camping, and blogging.
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Powerful Sensory Integration in Children
What is Sensory Integration? All the information we receive about the world comes to us through our senses. Sensory integration is the process in the brain that allows...
Why are Gross Motor Skills Important for Fine Motor Success?
Gross motor skills are the foundation of physical development and follow a sequential progression of growth. When our babies first start to move, they learn to lift...
10 Proven Fine Motor Activities That Help Preschoolers Thrive
Most children attend preschool between the ages of three and five — a key time for building fine motor skills for preschoolers. Some programs even accept children as...
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