This happens to be one of my favorite inspirational quotes to remind teachers and therapists that when children are completely involved in their education whether it be academics or sensory motor skills, they are more successful and motivated to learn. Active learning is more successful than passive learning. Hang up this poster to remind you […]
Although the start of the school year can feel like a ways off, the best time to prepare is when you actually have some time to do it. Rather than scramble during the start of the school year get a jump start with these tips to get organized: 1. Create an organized caseload list of […]
Encourage fine motor skills, bilateral skills and separation of the hand with this super cute activity – Paper Clip People. Download the printable and see the directions at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/freepaperclippeople.html [subscribe2]
Here are three FREE printables for July 4th or any patriotic day. Practice reaction time and visual skills with the Red, White and Blue Game at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/july4free.html Practice visual discrimination, visual motor and figure ground skills with this July 4th Hunt and Find activity at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/july4huntfind.html Practice scissors and lacing skills to make this Flag Mobile at https://www.yourtherapysource.com/july4free2.html [subscribe2] […]
Here is a free schedule form from Therapy Planner 2015-2016. This planner will help you stay organized with your student caseload, attendance, lesson planning, IEP meetings and more. Here are some pictures of more of the forms you get with this great organizer for the 2015-2016 School year: And more forms…. You can find […]
Have you ever considered developing a specific curriculum for pediatric occupational, physical or speech therapy? If you are a new therapist to an educational delivery model of therapy you may not be familiar with curriculum in the school systems. By definition, curriculum refers to the lessons and materials that students will interact with to reach […]
Here are some suggestions for school based therapy resolutions: 1. Realistic Home/Classroom Programs – I will make every effort to provide parents and teachers with activities that are easy to carry out in the home or classroom. 2. Take the time to observe – I will take the time to just observe. I will document […]
The results are in from the survey on caseload size. There were over 300 therapists who responded. The numbers varied significantly and the averages have been reported. I hypothesized that the OTs would have the highest caseload numbers in the school districts. I thought this would be the case since children can be grouped or […]
With the school year in full swing, sometimes problems come to a forefront where the entire team needs to meet on a certain student. Or perhaps, to prevent problems from arising team meetings are needed to make sure all the key players are on the same page when supporting a student. Now in theory […]
School-based therapists have a tough job in terms of keeping all the paperwork requirements in an organized fashion. With large caseloads and different schools, it can be a daunting task to keep it all in order. Here are few ideas to help your stay organized during the school year: 1. Try using one color folder […]