Have you ever considered using video modeling to help students transition between activities? During the elementary and preschool day, transitions account for 25% of the day. That’s a lot of transitions! No wonder why teachers ask OTs and PTs for help when students are having difficulties with transitions. Skills Needed for Successful Transitions in the […]
Working memory is a part of short-term memory that allows us to hold and use information in our minds for brief periods of time. It is used when a student needs to think and remember at the same time. You can get a working memory practice exercise for your students below. Dr. Erica Warren, a learning […]
What is Working Memory? Many times, parents may ask teachers and therapists what is working memory? Working memory is a part of short-term memory that allows us to hold and use information in our minds for brief periods of time. It can be defined as “a dynamic process that involves reviewing new information and retrieving, […]
Better late than never! The September 2018 Digital Magazine for Occupational and Physical Therapy has been posted. This months articles include: HOW TO CHANGE FROM A NEGATIVE TO A POSITIVE MINDSETEXTENDED TIME FOR TESTS – WHAT DOES THE RESEARCH SAY? VISUAL MOTOR SKILLS, EXECUTIVE FUNCTION, AND ACHIEVEMENT IN CHILDRENWILL MY CHILD WITH CEREBRAL PALSY RUN? VISUAL TREATMENTS FOR […]
There are many benefits of deep breathing exercises for kids. Not only will they help children but the adults who are leading the deep breathing exercises will also benefit. 10 Benefits of Deep Breathing Exercises for Kids Decreases stress. Reduces anxiety. Helps you to remain calm. Strengthens sustained attention. Sharpens the ability to focus and learn. […]
Do you do IEP reviews at the start of the school year? As the new school year starts, it is important for related service providers, teachers, parents and students to review the IEP. Reviewing IEP for multiple students can be very time consuming therefore in order to be productive focus on the important parts of […]