A big thanks goes out to Hannah who gave this one to the Brilliant Therapy Team! We loved how she organized the schedule and illustrated it so nicely. This schedule set up can be used a variety of ways and have a calming effect so that...
Why not let kids do 1 leg balance stands on their own foot prints? Use spangles or fuzz balls and yarn to increase visual interest and sensory input to bare feet. Obstacle Course: For safety make sure the hand & foot prints are secured properly to...
This is a therapeutic easy-to-do activity that can have much meaning to the client. TIPS: It may be easier to make if the flowers and water are added last. Options: You can use elastic string, ribbon, or colored string to tie around the jar. You can also...
Bright colored paper and using the circles template strategy will give this guaranteed success. We have included a game idea as well that occupational and speech therapists will like. ST: Why not place all the flowers you make on the table and have clients try to describe...
This beautiful activity incorporates tactile, visual, and motor coordination in a wonderful way. SUPPLIES: Colored paper, pipe cleaner, and glue. (you can also add glitter) This springtime favorite teaches strategies for uniformity with writing and can support drawing tasks by using a circle. We have included the...
Using visual supports for autistic clients an be helpful for everyone. Directions: Let client know that they will earn 3 stars/hearts before they get to engage in a task of their choosing. As the client stays on task, therapist/teacher can place a star/heart on the task...
Light tables bring joy to visual-motor activities! Easy to make and a great addition to any obstacle course. DIY Light Tables can be made different ways. We used some plexi-glass on a wood frame, and then added Christmas lights. You can also use a clear plastic...
Due to the elevated brain activity with the use of instruments, therapists are using instrumental therapy tools more than ever before. In the featured picture, we played a song that had a beat that our clients were able to pick out, listen to and then...
Sensory Motor Lab's are a wonderful way to improve body coordination and strength, self esteem, improved lung capacity, body awareness, social skills, sensory regulation, and reflex integration. Some ideas to have in your outdoor or indoor lab are: = Zoom Ball =Parachute -we tied it to a tree...
Don't throw away those old sensory balls, use them to paint with. Here is a great example. This sensory activity is also wonderful for fine motor, grasp, following directions, circle awareness, and activity tolerance. SUPPLIES: White Paint Blue Paper Pencil & Marker if you do not use the...