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Halloween Mini Book
Check out this adorable Halloween Mini Book that you can print, cut and fold. I happen to love small things so this fits the bill. I also happen to love Halloween activities. So fun to create! You can download this free template to practice scissor skills and folding. Send home the mini book for the […]
5 Ways to Incorporate Visual Supports During a Therapy Session
It is well known that children with autism and certain other disabilities benefit greatly from the use of visual supports throughout the day. Visual supports can be pictures, objects, written words, body language and cues. Some children use visual supports as a primary means of communication in the classroom and home. If this is a […]
Simon Says Exercise Ball Style
Have you ever played Simon Says exercise ball style? This is an easy way to adapt a timeless game of Simon Says but add in more range of motion, muscle strengthening and spatial relationships. It is more of a challenge when you use a large, exercise ball but if that is not available grab a […]
Halloween Handwriting Practice Freebie
This Halloween handwriting practice freebie includes two free sample pages from the My Halloween Handwriting Packet. Practice handwriting on dotted line page and cursive with these 2 pages with a Halloween theme. DOWNLOAD the two free Halloween handwriting pages here. These free Halloween handwriting sample pages are from My School Handwriting Packet. My Halloween Handwriting […]
Exercise and Sleep Tips for Children
Combining exercise and sleep can be a tricky balance. Getting proper sleep for yourself or your children can be very challenging in this fast paced world. We want ourselves and our children to exercise but all parents want their children to sleep too! For children some of the best suggestions are: Limit vigorous physical activity […]
Pumpkin Workout and Brain Break
Need a quick brain break in the classroom or burn off some excess energy before homework? Try this no-prep, pumpkin workout! Can you complete each exercise for the letters in the word P-U-M-P-K-I-N? P is for 10 push ups. U is for 10 up and down squats. M is for marching in place for 30 […]
Scissor Activity – Mr. Circle’s Haircut
Here is a scissor activity that children will have so much FUN doing! This is from a new download the Hair Cutting Sticks packet. The children can color, cut out the rectangle and start styling Mr. Circle’s hair. Attach the craft stick and start a puppet show starring Mr. Circle himself! Make another Mr. […]
5 Reasons to Provide Push In Therapy
Whether you work in the schools or in the home, here are 5 reasons to provide push in therapy within a child’s natural environment: 1. You have the chance to see first hand during each session what functional tasks or skills need improvement. 2. The child’s normal daily routine is not interrupted. If it is […]
Task Analysis – Independent Bathing in Children
The majority of individuals shower or bathe independently for personal hygiene reasons and as a stress reliever. The calm, peaceful warm shower or tub can be very relaxing and purposeful. When motor skill deficits are present in children, bathing can be a very complicated, arduous task. When you stop and think about bathing and showering, […]
5 Gross Motor Activities to Help with Dressing Skills
Gross motor activities that focus on postural control, trunk rotation, bilateral coordination, eye hand coordination, motor planning and balance skills are beneficial when it comes to developing independence with dressing. Here are 5 suggested activities: Play games where the child has to reach outside of his/her base of support without falling over. Practice in sitting […]