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Mindful Eating Worksheets – Free Checklist
In a world of constant distractions, teaching children to focus on the task at hand becomes challenging. This is particularly true when it comes to eating habits. The Mindful Eating Worksheets free checklist PDF is an educational tool designed to cultivate a mindful eating practice, encouraging healthier relationships with food, especially for children with food […]
Christmas Tree Step by Step Drawing
The holiday season brings with it a flurry of activities and learning opportunities for students. Check out this fun and educational activity that combines creativity with skill development: Christmas Tree Step by Step Drawing. This activity is a sample from the comprehensive Christmas Directed Drawing and Writing Prompts Packet, available here. Christmas Tree Step by […]
Author Spotlight: Cathy Collyer OTR, LMT
Cathy Collyer is an Occupational Therapist with 30 years of experience, a licensed massage therapist, and a certified sleep therapist. You can check out all of her publications here that have a strong focus on toilet training, handwriting, and functional skills. Read more about her extensive experiences as an Occupational Therapist allowing her to provide […]
Social Emotional Activities for Preschoolers
Preschool years are a crucial period for the development of social-emotional skills in children. During this stage, young minds are like sponges, absorbing the nuances of social interactions and emotional expressions. To support the healthy growth of these skills, incorporating social-emotional activities for preschoolers into the curriculum is essential. There is a great variety of […]
Visual Motor Integration and Academics – What Does the Research Say?
Visuomotor Integration (VMI) is the coordination between what we see and how we move. It’s a skill that involves understanding visual information and using it to guide physical actions. This is crucial for everyday tasks like eating with utensils or tying shoelaces, and it’s also fundamental in academic skills such as counting with fingers or […]
Free Printable Right Left Frosty the Snowman Game
Get ready for some frosty fun with our latest Free Printable Right Left Frosty the Snowman Game! This is an excellent activity for the chilly season, offering a delightful way to engage in a gift-passing game with a wintery twist. Perfect for teachers, therapists, and families looking to add a bit of winter magic to their […]
Potty Training a Child with Autism – How You Can Help
Potty training a child with autism can be a challenging but rewarding journey. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) presents unique challenges in the potty training process, making it essential for parents and other caregivers to approach this important milestone with patience, understanding, and specific strategies tailored to their child’s needs. This guide will provide helpful tips […]
Snowflake Bingo Game – Free SEL Printable
Snowflake Bingo is here to add a touch of winter magic to your Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) activities. As the season blankets the world in snow, why not engage in a fun and educational game that celebrates the beauty of snowflakes while nurturing important emotional skills? This is a free printable SEL game that […]
Santa Maze Free Printable
Check out this awesome long Santa Maze that you can download for free to help Santa deliver all the presents! The great thing about this maze is that it requires students to practice their scissors skills along with. visual-spatial and visual-motor skills to help Santa fly over the houses. You can download it for free […]
OT IEP Goals for Sensory Processing for Functional Outcomes
In the realm of education, Occupational Therapists (OTs) hold a pivotal role in supporting students with sensory processing challenges. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) can significantly impact a student’s ability to learn, socialize, and thrive in a school setting. Developing an IEP (Individualized Education Program) with a team of professionals, parents, and students is crucial. Learn […]