Math and Physical Education Activities

Math and physical education activities have been shown to enhance academic achievement. What does the research say now?

Math and physical education activities have been shown to enhance academic achievement. In recent years, there has been a growing body of research linking physical activity with improved academic performance. Many schools are now incorporating physically active lessons into their curriculum in an effort to boost student achievement. WHAT MAKES BEING ACTIVE IN MATH HELP […]

Executive Functioning Occupational Therapy

Executive functioning and occupational therapy interventions can help students succeed at school and home with planning, memory, and more!

Children with executive functioning deficits often have trouble with tasks that require planning, organization, and self-regulation. These skills are important for academic success and for everyday living. Executive functioning and occupational therapy interventions can help students develop the skills they need to succeed in school and in life. Awareness of executive functioning and its link […]

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Handwriting Paper Printable – FREE

Free handwriting paper printable from Your Therapy Source

Handwriting paper is a necessary tool for elementary students learning how to write. Many schools provide handwriting paper, but sometimes it’s nice to have extra on hand. These printable handwriting paper templates are perfect for practicing letter formation skills. There is a nice variety to choose from based on your student’s ability and age. Best […]

Improve Time Spent on OT Goals

How to Increase Time Spent on OT Goals

Do you ever find yourself finishing up a therapy session, going to document progress on your OT goals and realizing that the last 30 minutes did not go as planned?  Maybe the therapeutic activities metamorphosed into other play skill domains that were not directly goal related but beneficial to overall child development.  Have you ever […]

FINE MOTOR ACTIVITIES FOR TODDLERS

Participating in fine motor activities for toddlers is an important part of their development and should be encouraged from an early age.

Toddlers learn through play and parents and teachers both play an important role in providing successful opportunities in fine motor activities. Toddlers use their small hand muscles and small muscles of the fingers to reach and grasp objects. They also use them to draw and color simple shapes and lines and feed themselves with a […]

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CLASSROOM JOB IDEAS

Classroom Job Ideas FREE printables

Are you looking for new and innovative ideas to assign classroom jobs? There are so many classroom job ideas that will help keep your students organized and engaged. So, whether you’re looking for a way to motivate your students or simply want to make the day-to-day operations of your classroom run a little more smoothly, […]