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How Technology Affects The Attention Span of Children
As more and more children are exposed to increased amounts of screen time, it is important to take a close look at how technology affects the attention span of children. The latest research indicates that children spend hours per day interacting with screens. During the early years of childhood development, hours of screen time can […]
Critical Thinking Questions for Kids
With automation and technology advancing everyday, today’s students need to learn how to think critically and problem solve. These are skills that require extensive nurturing throughout childhood development. One way teachers, therapists, and parents can help is to ask critical thinking questions for kids throughout the day. Not only does this build problem-solving skills it […]
Yoga in the Kindergarten Classroom
Are you looking for inspiration and research to support yoga in the kindergarten classroom? Kindergarten has become the new first grade. Young students have high expectations in terms of cognitive load and attention span. Recent research indicates that performing yoga in the kindergarten classroom can be very beneficial for young students. What was the study […]
How To Teach a Child to Write His Name without Actually Writing Her Name
Are you wondering how to teach a child to write his name? Where do you even begin? You might think you pick up a pencil and just get started. Actually, there are many precursor skills that children need to learn before writing their name. Some of the best suggestions on how to teach a child […]
Visual Tracking – Definition, Exercises, and Activities
A key visual perceptual skill for children to develop is visual tracking. These skills develop at birth and continue to develop and advance as children get older. Teachers, pediatric occupational and physical therapists and parents should be educated on the importance of the development of all visual perceptual skills in children. What is visual tracking? […]
Learning on the Job as a School-Based Therapist – 10 Things You Do Not Learn in College
Reflecting back on the more than 20 years since I graduated with my Master’s degree, I realize there are some crucial topics that were not mentioned during my training years. There is so much learning on the job as a school-based therapist (OT or PT)! Here are my thoughts on what the University forgot to […]
How to Deal with Challenging Behaviors in Preschool
Do you struggle to manage challenging behaviors in preschoolers? The academic expectations in preschool continue to advance leaving some children to “act out” or have trouble following the school routine. Perhaps you have tried behavior interventions like reward charts or positive behavior supports but nothing seems to make a difference. Considering that self-regulation skills and […]
Hand Strengthening Exercise Game
Today’s children seem to be spending more and more time on screens and less time on playing with real toys. This can result in weaker muscles in the hand and fingers. Developing hand strength in children is super important for everyday functional skills. Kids need to have the adequate muscle strength to use the monkey […]
April 2019 Your Therapy Source Digital Magazine
The April 2019 Your Therapy Source Digital Magazine has been published. Access your FREE issue that includes the following articles: HOW CAN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY HELP STUDENTS WITH DYSGRAPHIA? WHAT IS MOTOR PLANNING? CORE EXERCISES FOR CHILDREN – POSTURAL PAINTING PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND MEMORY PERFORMANCE IN CHILDREN SPRING COLOR BY NUMBER – FREE PRINTABLE HOW TO […]
Occupational Therapy Activity Packet
To celebrate OT month (or to celebrate Occupational Therapy anytime of year) we have a great FREE Occupational Therapy activity packet for you to download! This packet is loaded with fine motor skills, visual motor skills, handwriting and physical activity all related to Occupational Therapy. What is included in the FREE Occupational Therapy Activity Packet? […]