Do you have a child or student who is learning how to write? Do you want to help them with handwriting but not sure how? Here's my hint, don't start with a pencil and … [Read more...]
Make Time for a Child’s Rhyme
Generations ago, nursery rhymes were created to help young children develop their rhyming skills. Nursery rhymes have withstood the test of time because the ability to rhyme is an … [Read more...]
Healthy Habits for Happy Kids
The easy part about being a parent is knowing what we want for our kids..... things like happiness, health, and fulfillment (however we define that). The tough part is figuring out … [Read more...]
Water Balloon Learning Games
If you want to really add a splash of excitement to academics, then transform water balloons into learning games! In addition to being a great activity to do together, I always find … [Read more...]
Educational Seek-And-Find Slime Games
Ooey gooey textures have fascinated kids for generations. With the advent of new gooey products on the market and many DIY recipes, it's easier than ever to get your hands on some … [Read more...]
Shaving Cream Balloon Face
Your child will have a blast playing this game while utilizing their fine motor, visual perceptual, and sensory tactile skills! Add in some academic concepts and you have a learning … [Read more...]
Favorite Things Sensory Edition
Favorite Things Sensory Edition As a pediatric occupational therapist, I am often asked to recommend equipment or activities that are the most beneficial for children. Because every … [Read more...]
Fidget Spinners’ Therapeutic Benefits
As a pediatric occupational therapist, I am delighted that these new fidget spinners are so popular! For years, I've been recommending different kinds of fidgets to kids who are antsy, … [Read more...]
Child’s Speech, Motor Skills Behind?
Have you had that nagging feeling that something just "isn't right" with your child's motor or speech development? Is your child having difficult with things that others can do … [Read more...]
8 Best Kids Calming Ideas
Wondering how to help kids calm down when they feel anxious or overly active? Fortunately there are lots of calming strategies that really do work, but the trick is knowing which ones … [Read more...]
Sensory Sentence Boxes
Beginner readers who are learning how to decode and read words can feel a disconnect between the letters on the page with the actual meanings of the words themselves. Greater and more … [Read more...]
Why Teachers Should Never Take Away Recess
One of the most "popular" forms of punishment for bad behavior in the schools is sitting out of recess. Glance at any elementary school during recess time and chance are, you'll see a … [Read more...]
The Solution for Worried Parents
As parents, we are always worrying about our kids when they are away from us...... Are they safe? What are they doing? Where are they? Multiply those worries for parents of … [Read more...]
Everyday Activities Building Fine Motor Strength
There are endless ways to improve our fine motor strength all around us. Great fine motor strengthening exercises are often pleasantly "disguised" as fun everyday activities. Many … [Read more...]
Counting & Sorting Coins in Pots of Gold
Need a quick and easy math game to teach money skills? Try this Counting and Sorting Coins in Pots of Gold Game! This game only takes a matter of minutes to set up and can be adapted … [Read more...]
Sensory Steam Roller
Sensory input is so vital to the emotional and behavioral regulation of kids and adults. Think about big hugs, back massages, and shoulder rubs... all of these actions are relaxing … [Read more...]
Calming Effects of Weighted Blankets
Imagine how good it feels when you get a big hug or relaxing shoulder rub. Science shows that the input from deep touch releases dopamine and neurotransmitters throughout the body which … [Read more...]
DIY Card Holder
Do you know someone who has difficulty holding playing cards? Maybe a young child or someone with arthritis or hand weakness? Fortunately, they don't have to sit out of card games any … [Read more...]
Picking Spelling Flowers
Add some fun to your child's spelling list or sight words with this adorable Picking Spelling Flowers game! Learning with plain old notecards gets boring for kids, so transform the … [Read more...]
Movement Break Ideas for the Classroom
Most teachers and parents have probably experienced first hand how "antsy" kids can get after sitting at school all day long. It may not be the children's fault they can't sit still … [Read more...]
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