Practice Grading Pencil Pressure with this Freebie
Students can practice pressing light versus hard to shade the owl pictures. You can download it at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/freeshade.html.
Effects of Weighted Blanked on Sleep Problems in Children with Autism
Pediatrics published research on a randomized phase III trial determining the effectiveness of a weighted-blanket intervention in treating severe sleep problems in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Sixty seven children were randomized into a weighted blanket group or a control group (regular blanket). The blankets were introduced at bedtime and used for a two […]
Category Freebie
Download your free copy of Categories Word Finds – Fruits. You can either find the word, write the words Handwriting without Tears Style or write the words Zaner-Bloser style. Great for differentiated instruction, visual perceptual skills and handwriting practice. You can get download the freebie at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/categorywordsfree.html
Higher BMI Increases Asthma in Children
The University of Bristol conducted research on almost 5000 children at age 7.5 years old. Using Mendelian randomization to look at changes in gene patterns they found a strong connection between asthma, BMI and body fat. Most significantly they found that the relative risk of asthma increased by 55 per cent for every extra unit […]
A Simple Toy
This is the second video this week I have seen that shows young children do not always need bells and whistles to entertain them. Sometimes we work too hard as therapists, teachers and parents to make sure we have the latest and greatest toys to entertain our children. Confucius once said “Life is really simple, […]
3 Simple Organizational Tips for Students
Students desks can get very messy but when a student has difficulties with organizational skills it can be even more difficult. Pencils roll away, worksheets get lost or crumpled and books are on the floor. Here are three simple ways to clean up and organize that desk space: 1. The Anti Roll Pencil – just […]
4 Free Summer Printables for Motor Skills
Need a summer motor activity in a hurry? Check out these freebies: 1. Watermelon Multisensory Handwriting Activity Page at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/mssummerfreebie.html 2. Hand Out on Fun Physical Activities for the Summer at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/summerfree.html 3. Summer Tic Tac Toe at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/summerfitnessfreebie.html 4. Outdoor Bingo at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/fmsummerfree.html Happy Summer!
Self Improvement to Help Achieve Goals
Here is a self improvement worksheet to complete to establish what steps need to be taken to achieve a goal. I love any activity that requires the child (or an adult like myself) take ownership of how one can improve or reach a goal. You can print this FREE worksheet with blank boxes to […]
Freebie from the Summer Fitness Challenge
Download this freebie from the Summer Fitness Challenge to get kids moving this summer! You can download it at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/summerfitnessfreebie.html
Your Opinions on the Effects of Tablet Use on the Overall Development of Young Children
We asked and 264 of you responded on what effects you think tablets and smartphones have on the overall development of young children. Here are the highlights: 61% of the respondents were pediatric OTs. 53% of all respondents think that tablet/smartphone use delays social development in 0-5 year old children. 36% of all respondents think […]