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Movement Break Ideas for the Classroom

January 14, 2017 by Amy Smith

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...]

Filed Under: Gross Motor Activities, Sensory Regulation Tagged With: kids exercise, movement activities, school activities

12 Days of Christmas Game

December 14, 2016 by Amy Smith

12 Days of Christmas Game

Do you need a quick and easy kids' Christmas game that incorporates movement and learning in a festive way? Try out this "12 Days of Christmas Game" which is sure to be a hit at school, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gross Motor Activities Tagged With: Christmas games, learning activities, movement activities

Musical Monster Mash Game

October 13, 2016 by Amy Smith

Musical Monster Mash Game

Looking for a great game to play this Halloween that gets kids moving, laughing, and having fun (and doesn't involve more candy?)  Try out this Musical Monster Mash Game, an activity … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gross Motor Activities Tagged With: learning games, movement activities

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Amy Smith I am an occupational therapist with over 10 years of experience working with children. I created this website to offer parents, teachers, and therapists FREE ideas, strategies, and activities that they can do with their children to improve their fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, academic learning, and regulate their sensory system all while "playing" (just playing smarter)! Read More…

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