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Mindstretch believes in community service. After years in practice we have built a solid knowledge foundation. Our articles share some of it. We include stories from our learners, consider scientific and other developments, provide ideas for activities, and give teaching tips.
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Good Hearing and Listening
Hearing and listening skills help children make sense of sounds around them, like voices and noises. These skills let kids focus on important sounds, understand

The Power of Minimalist Parenting
At Mindstretch we move from ‘labelling to enabling’. While it’s natural for parents of children with learning challenges to want to protect and help, too

Mindstretch News: Knowledge Shapes Practice
At Mindstretch, we reject ‘one-size-fits-all’ teaching. Rather, our team focuses on each child’s unique abilities and challenges, ensuring they reach their full potential. We’re proud

Vestibular System: Building Better Balance
What is the Vestibular System? The vestibular system is our body’s internal GPS, using tiny fluid-filled sensors in the inner ear to detect how our

Vestibular System: Boosting Movement & Confidence
What is the Vestibular System? The vestibular system is located in the inner ear. It’s like the body’s internal GPS, constantly detecting motion, head position,

Mindstretch News: Great Teams Teach Best
At Mindstretch, we commit to helping every child thrive. We do this by ensuring exceptional teachers who foster a positive, forward-looking environment built on kindness,

How the Right Music Helps Children with ASD
We’ve found some of our learners respond to music, specifically related to what’s known as the ‘Mozart effect’. It’s not for every child, but for

Mindstretch News: Evidence and Experience
At Mindstretch, we’re all about your child thriving. We ensure our teachers receive ongoing education. We also offer specialized intramural activities to help every child

Kinderkinetics: Learning Through Movement
Shared by Caitlyn Olivier, MOVE Kinderkinetics A big thank you to Caitlyn for her weekly Kinderkinetic sessions on our junior campus. It’s our pleasure to

Moving Minds: Proprioception and Learning
What is Proprioception? We often mention it at Mindstretch, but what is it? The proprioceptive system gives information about the body’s position in space, such

Mindstretch News: Building Bright Futures
Welcome to Mindstretch 2025! There’ was magic in the air as our children returned to school, each one brimming with potential. We’re excited to share

Feeding the Gut Microbiome: New Hope for Autism
Shared by Valerie Southgate Msc MFA CMPP It’s long been known that many children with ASD experience gastrointestinal issues. Evidence shows that their gut microbiome composition