An 8-week Parent and child group to learn about the 8 sensory systems and how they impact your child- all while playing outside!

Join Wholistic Kids OT for an 8-week, nature-based experience for children who seek out or struggle with certain sensory experiences, and for parents eager to better understand and support their child’s sensory needs. This group will be held outdoors in Portsmouth, RI. Exact Location will be shared after signing up!

Guided by licensed Occupational Therapist Tara Greichen Kaine, each 75 minute session combines education on the eight sensory systems with hands-on outdoor activities, parent discussions, and time for individualized guidance during free play.

This intimate group, limited to just five families, offers a unique opportunity to strengthen parent-child connection, gain practical tools, and explore the outdoors together while receiving expert support tailored to your child.

AGE: 2 - 5 Years

LOCATION: Outdoor location in Portsmouth, RI to be announced after signing up

DURATION: Starting September 17, 2026

DAY & TIME: Thursdays at 3:30pm

GROUP LEADER: Tara Kaine

COST: $30 per week

WHO THIS GROUP IS FOR

Children who actively seek out sensory input or struggle with certain sensory experiences

Parents eager to better understand and meet their child’s sensory needs to help with overall regulation for their child-and for parents too!

Families looking to strengthen parent–child connection

Parents who value hands-on learning and active involvement

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

Weekly education on all 8 sensory systems

Engaging, nature-based sensory activities each week

Child regulation workbook and Waves of regulation handout

Individualized support from a licensed Occupational Therapist during free play

SESSION FLOW (1.25 HOURS)

Welcome Circle & Activity Overview

Featured Sensory Activity of the Day

Free Play & Parent Discussion

Closing Circle

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