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Pixy Stix Cursive Handwriting Practice CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO Do you have a child who dreads handwriting practice? Do you have a resistant
Burnout happens to the best of us, but the good news is that we can boost our moods and reenergize with these practical tips.
Candy Cane Fishing takes some patience, but in the end it’s worth it! This Candy Cane Fishing activity encourages self-regulation because it requires moving slowly in order to succeed. It’s a…
This Merry Matching Eraser Game is a sure way to enjoy some festive, fine motor fun! This activity is a wonderful way to address not only fine motor coordination, but also sustained attention, visual perceptual skills and eye hand coordination.
Did you know that the elves have been busy hanging up the stockings! What will you find in each stocking? Walk through and carefully step over the criss-crossed clothesline. Can you collect all of the stockings and surprises?
These miniature Menorah Cookies are a sure way to brighten your next Hanukkah celebration. These edible Dreidels are a tasty spin-off from the traditional Hanukkah game and a fun way to improve fine motor skills.
If you’re looking for more savory than sweet, use your pincher fingers and fine motor skills to make a cheese and pretzel menorah. Add a side of apple slices and oranges, and you’ll have a balanced snack to keep you fueled through the festivities!
We hope that Thanksgiving, and holiday get togethers in general, are a source of food and fun. But for some kids, holiday meal times may
Clip-on clothespin feathers are the perfect accessory for this turkey’s dressing! This cute and clever Thanksgiving craft is perfect for preschoolers to strengthen their fine motor skills. It also involves following directions and is excellent practice for fine motor skills such as cutting, coloring, gluing and pinching. Pinching clothespins helps strengthen the muscles important for developing dexterity.
These tiny Turkey Cookies will be gobbled up in no time!
Use ready made ingredients to assemble this Thanksgiving Turkey Cookie craft. There are several skills that your child will practice to make these adorable cookies, whether it’s a single treat or a flock of sweet turkeys to grace your Thanksgiving dessert table.
Kids will enjoy making this twist on a classic grilled cheese sandwich! It’s a Turkey Sandwich without the turkey… but how can that be?! Using a knife to make 3 simple cuts transforms your plain sandwich into a silly turkey that will be gobbled up in no time!
Plus, it’s a clever way to get in a balanced meal of grains, dairy and veggies. I made a ham and grilled cheese in this example. You can always sub out the ingredients if your child has food allergies or make a completely different type of sandwich. Make it your own! This is an easy lunch prep idea that older children can help with.
Sensory input, either from the environment or from the body, is poorly detected, modulated, or misinterpreted, resulting in an atypical...
Read MoreVisual Processing: Visual processing includes visual acuity (how clearly you can see) and ocular motor control (how well your eyes...
Read MoreOccupational therapy's scope of practice includes children's mental health. Pediatric mental health should be a priority for all pediatric therapists,...
Read MoreAll you need is a plastic cup with a lid, scissors, a permanent marker and perhaps some glue and googly...
Read MoreBird Nest Cookie Recipe. Welcome spring with this adorable bird nest cookie! Practice dexterity skills to build the nest with...
Read MoreYour kids will love these easy occupational therapy gardening activities to help their fine motor skills blossom!
Read MoreHow’s your luck with getting your kids to eat vegetables? Our feeding therapists love this colorful Rainbow Snack because it...
Read MoreAre you absolutely smitten with babies? Do the toddler years fill you with wonder and excitement? If your answer is...
Read MoreThe taste of sweet success doesn't get any better after winning a game of Valentine Cookie Tic Tac Toe. In...
Read MoreHere’s a Valentine themed obstacle course that kids will love! It’s super easy to set up and will keep kids...
Read MorePixy Stix Cursive Handwriting Practice CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO Do you have a child who dreads handwriting practice? ...
Read MoreBurnout happens to the best of us, but the good news is that we can boost our moods and reenergize...
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Sensory input, either from the environment or from the body, is poorly detected, modulated, or misinterpreted, resulting in an...
Visual Processing: Visual processing includes visual acuity (how clearly you can see) and ocular motor control (how well...
Occupational therapy's scope of practice includes children's mental health. Pediatric mental health should be a priority for all...
All you need is a plastic cup with a lid, scissors, a permanent marker and perhaps some glue and...
Bird Nest Cookie Recipe. Welcome spring with this adorable bird nest cookie! Practice dexterity skills to build the nest...
Your kids will love these easy occupational therapy gardening activities to help their fine motor skills blossom!
How’s your luck with getting your kids to eat vegetables? Our feeding therapists love this colorful Rainbow Snack because it...
Are you absolutely smitten with babies? Do the toddler years fill you with wonder and excitement? If your answer...
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