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Weight and Gross Motor Skills
Pediatric Physical Therapy published research on weight and gross motor skill development in young children. Body mass index and gross motor skill level was determined for 4650 kindergarteners. The results indicated that children with obesity exhibited decreased motor skills compared to their peers especially with respect to locomotor and balance skills. Reference: Roberts, Dawn; Veneri, Diana; […]
CVS Caremark Grants – Deadline Oct 31st
Here is the annual reminder about the CVS Caremark grants. They are due October 31, 2012. This grant provides support for children with disabilities. “CVS Caremark Community Grants Program awards funds to nonprofit organizations for the following programs: * Programs targeting children with disabilities * Programs focusing on health and rehabilitation services * Public schools […]
Sensory Preferences
Assist a child as necessary to complete this free printable worksheet to determine sensory diet activities for different situations. You can download the blank worksheet at YourTherapySource.com.
Free Sticky Note OT/PT Reminders
Print some reminders for the next occupational or physical therapy sessions on sticky notes. Place in a student’s planner to remind teachers, parents and students when the next session is scheduled. These are great for the start of the school year when the schedule is new. Also, wonderful way to create independence for students who […]
Proprioception and Autism Spectrum Disorders
The American Journal of Occupational Therapy published research on proprioceptive processing difficulties among children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and developmental disabilities. A total of 86 children (32 with ASD, 26 children with development disabilities but not ASD and 28 neurotypical children) were scored on the Comprehensive Observations of Proprioception (COP). The COP observes 18 […]
Paint Shapes By Color – Free Printables
Check out the latest free printable – paint shapes by color, inspiration from Playing House. You can get the download at YourTherapySource.
Treadmill Training in Adolescents with CP
Recent research compared two groups of adolescents with cerebral palsy. One group was randomly assigned to treadmill training, 3 times per week, for 12 weeks. The other group participated in traditional physical therapy sessions (3x/ week for 12 weeks) which included mat activities, balance training, gait training and functional gross motor activities. Post test results […]
Nickelodeon Big Help Grant
The NEA Foundation – Nickelodeon Big Help grants are available to develop and implement programs that address “four key concerns – environmental awareness, health and wellness, students’ right to a quality public education, and active community involvement”. Find out more here.
I’m Bored Activities
Another tip of the day for therapists… provide classrooms with folders that have activities to do when students are bored. If the students have completed their assignments or they have some free time, then they could independently go access a folder or list of activity ideas to keep them busy. For children who need visual […]
Schedule Practice Time for Motor Skills
A new school year brings new students and new goals. Most students who receive therapy services have goals related to fine and gross motor skill development. As we know from motor learning theories individuals need practice time to learn and maintain motor skills. Therefore, therapists need to provide suggestions for ample practice time during the […]