Understanding the human body is a foundational aspect of a child’s education, and what better way to introduce this topic than with body part flashcards? These flashcards are an engaging tool to help children, from toddlers to kindergarten students, learn and recognize different body parts, from knees and elbows to the stomach and teeth. Your […]
Looking for a fun game to challenge gross motor skills and motor planning? This Robot Gross Motor Activity PDF free printable is perfect for a partner game. Take a movement break with this activity that encourages gross motor skills, following directions, body awareness and motor planning. You can download it for FREE at the bottom […]
Have you been looking for some fun and engaging ways to help your students learn about directional concepts? If so, you’ll want to check out the directionality activities we’ve compiled! From fun songs to maze games, these lessons will help your students become more familiar with cardinal directions, left-to-right directionality, and more. WHAT IS DIRECTIONALITY? […]
When people think of activities that help with brain development, they usually think of things like puzzles, reading, and writing. But what about activities that focus on developing the left or right side of the brain? These laterality activities for kids can be a great way to help students learn more about their own brains […]
If you’re looking for a fun game to keep your kids entertained, Simon Says is always a hit. But why not put a new spin on the classic game? These ideas will make things more interesting for everyone involved. Keep reading for some great Simon Says game variations! HOW TO PLAY SIMON SAYS A classic […]
I love pool noodles for so many things besides swimming. They make great obstacle courses, balance challenges and more! Have you ever used pool noodles in the classroom? Here are four quick and easy hacks to help with positioning and fidgeting in the classroom. These hacks are great for at home learning too! Pool Noodle […]
What is body percussion? Body percussion is using different parts of the body to make music. Have you ever stopped to think how may sounds you can make with your body? You can clap, snap, tap, stomp, click and more. Why Is Body Percussion a Wonderful Activity for Kids? Research indicates that rhythm and […]
Many pediatric occupational and physical therapists work with children who exhibit decreased sensory processing such as decreased body awareness, motor planning and proprioception. These difficulties of sensing where a child is in space can interfere with motor skill development, peer interaction and safety. We are familiar with body mapping occupational therapy or physical therapy sessions […]
Body awareness definition is the ability to understand where our bodies are in space and how our bodies move. Body awareness activities for children help us to understand how to relate to objects and people at home, at school and outdoors. For example, proper body awareness tells us how far to reach for objects or […]
Do you work with students who have a difficult time crossing midline? Perhaps they experience visual spatial issues? These crossing midline exercises can not only help children crossing from left to right or right to left, they also encourage bilateral coordination skills, balance and strengthening. Crossing Midline Exercises #1 – Side bends You can perform […]