Olivia Pellarin
May 10, 2014 @ 10:00 am
Developmental Pathways for Kids
Jennifer Berry: jenniferberry24@gmail.com

I used my P.A.C.T opportunity to work with kids between the ages of four and nine who have sensory disorders. Before my first visited I came to the organization with the misconception that the kids would be difficult to work with and that these kids would have trouble interacting with their peers. The fact of the matter is that these misconceptions were false. Although there were challenging movements where I had to learn to be patient, I found my self-amazed at how kind and caring these children were towards their peers. Through working at Developmental Pathways for Kids I learned that if a person explores actives out of their comfort zone, even activities as simple as wearing silly hats and have a little patients, a person will discover the joys of watching kids make new friends and develop new skills. I believe that I made a lasting impression on these kids, but I know for a fact these children made a lasting impression on me. One moment that stands out in my mind is at my first visit this little girl would not interact with her peers or get involved in the activities, instead she just stood behind her sister. By my third visit I saw this little girl dancing, making new friends, and accomplishing things I would have never thought possible when I completed my first visit.