Are you aware of the relationship between the development of fine motor skills and motor planning skills? Researchers took a closer look at the motor planning in 6- to 11-year-old children. Motor planning is the ability to create an idea, plan an action and execute that action. It is a complex process that requires cognitive […]
If you provide pediatric occupational and physical therapy in the schools, you know how busy your schedule is going from student to student. There doesn’t ever seem to be time to stop and explain strategies or suggestions to other school staff let alone parents. The problem is that sometimes we forget that one of the […]
Did you know that there may be a connection with dyslexia and balance skills.? There have been several research studies that have taken a closer look to determine if reading and balance skills are associated. Dyslexia and Balance – What Does the Research Say? One study tested 94 children with a familial risk of dyslexia […]
Goal settings for students is a critical skills that needs to be taught. When students set goals and learn from them, it can help lead to increased motivation, accomplishments, and personal satisfaction. Think about a time that you set a goal for yourself. Perhaps it was to create a new lesson, start a new activity […]
What to help your students with working memory? Researchers have explored the association between exercise and working memory and have found that aerobic fitness, muscle strength, and coordination are all associated with working memory. Working memory is an important skills for students for reading, writing, math, following directions, and more. This executive function skills is […]
Do you need ideas to increase power in children? The definition of power is (force x distance) ÷ time. In other words power is the product of strength and speed over time. There are many different power exercises for kids that they can work on to improve their potential. Many times children who receive therapy services […]
Need to entertain the kids for on May 5th? Check out this completely FREE Cinco De Mayo coloring pages digital download. The 7 pages digital coloring book includes a variety of pages to choose from to celebrate this festive holiday. You can download it for free at the bottom of the post. Cinco De Mayo […]
Kids love the simplicity and excitement of fishing. Bring this theme indoors with some of these fishing games for kids. The fishing theme will be a huge hit. You can use these games in any order or warm up with a movement activity, complete fine motor or visual perceptual activities and then finish with fish […]
Are your students participating in a garden theme? Created by an Occupational Therapist, this Garden Fine Motor Freebie packet is all set to go to practice pre-writing and scissors skills. You can download it for free at the bottom of the post. It is from the complete Spring Gardens packet that includes 30 NO PREP activity […]
Do your students struggle with letter reversals? Often time, students may struggle with letter b and d confusion. These free printables can help reinforce the direction of the letter B and D. You can download it for free at the bottom of the post. How to Use the Letter b and d Confusion Freebie What […]