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Educational Seek-And-Find Slime Games

June 26, 2017 by Amy Smith

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...]

Filed Under: Fine Motor Activities, Sensory Regulation Tagged With: education, learning activities, sensory activities

Shaving Cream Balloon Face

June 15, 2017 by Amy Smith

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...]

Filed Under: Fine Motor Activities, Sensory Regulation Tagged With: fine motor activities, sensory activities, tactile activities

Feed Your Need to Chew: Choose Chewies

November 26, 2016 by Amy Smith

Feed Your Need to Chew: Choose Chewies

When you feel nervous, what's your go-to stress relief? Biting your nails? Chewing gum? Gnawing on pen caps? Eating? If this sounds like you or your child, your actions may be saying … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sensory Regulation Tagged With: Chewy, oral fidgets, sensory activities

Calming Cozy Cocoon

September 8, 2016 by Amy Smith

Calming Cozy Cocoon

This calming cozy cocoon activity is as relaxing as it sounds, and is so incredibly easy to do that you may be kicking yourself for not having thought of it sooner. The concept of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sensory Regulation Tagged With: Calming activity, sensory activities

Help! My Child Can’t Sit Still!

August 27, 2016 by Amy Smith

Help! My Child Can’t Sit Still!

Do you have children or students who are constantly fidgeting in their seats at school or at home? The child knows that he should be sitting still, but chances are, there's something … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Handwriting Help, Sensory Regulation, Therapist's Tips Tagged With: attention difficulties, behavior problems, seating, sensory activities

Sensory Smart Treasure Hunt!

July 12, 2016 by Amy Smith

Sensory Smart Treasure Hunt!

Reaching into a big bowl to find a "hidden treasure" is ever so tempting for many kids, so why not increase the educational value of this game so that it's a "sensory smart" treasure … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fine Motor Activities, Sensory Regulation Tagged With: learning activities, sensory activities, tactile activities

Multipurpose Dice Game

May 21, 2016 by Amy Smith

Multipurpose Dice Game

Are you looking for easy ways to sneak some more exercise and learning into your child's day? Look no further as this multipurpose dice game is a simple solution to get your child … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gross Motor Activities Tagged With: gross motor games, learning games, sensory activities

Smart Sensory Squirrel

April 26, 2016 by Amy Smith

Smart Sensory Squirrel

Try making this adorable smart sensory squirrel with your child and let the learning experiences begin!   This activity is perfect for the busy mom, teacher, or therapist … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fine Motor Activities, Sensory Regulation Tagged With: fine motor activities, learning games, preschool, sensory activities, tactile activities

What did the Piggy Eat?

April 24, 2016 by Amy Smith

What did the Piggy Eat?

This sensory based game called "What did the piggy eat" is sure to be a hit in any home or classroom! Children love games built upon silly concepts and this game is sure to make your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fine Motor Activities, Sensory Regulation Tagged With: fine motor activities, preschool, sensory activities, tactile activities

Rainbow Running

April 16, 2016 by Amy Smith

Rainbow Running

Try out this activity that combines the best of gross motor and sensory play into one colorful, energetic game! By playing this game, your child will reap the benefits of exercise, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gross Motor Activities, Sensory Regulation Tagged With: exercise, gross motor activities, learning games, sensory activities

Calming “Cookie Dough”

April 4, 2016 by Amy Smith

Calming “Cookie Dough”

You probably don't associate the word "calming" with cookie dough, but after you try this activity, you will see why this "cookie dough" is very calming indeed.  This activity works … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sensory Regulation, Therapist's Tips Tagged With: Calming activity, deep pressure, proprioception, sensory activities

Identify Your Sensory Speed With a Self-Odometer

March 5, 2016 by Amy Smith

Identify Your Sensory Speed With a Self-Odometer

For a lot of kids, communicating how they are feeling, especially when they feel out of control is very difficult. Frustration on both the part of the child and parent/teacher only … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sensory Regulation, Therapist's Tips Tagged With: activities to help regulate sensory behaviors, sensory activities, sensory regulation

Welcome to Kids Play Smarter

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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