Here is a way to combine movements and math skills which can really work for elementary school aged kids. If you like this you may like Monkey Moves (BrilliantTherapy)- it is just 1 sheet with 7 different moves that you can cut out if you are...
Whether it is a game, obstacle course element, visual memory (works with lots of sock pairs) task, or a tricky way to get a kid to put them on their feet, socks can be fun. OPTION: You can also make ABA and other patterns with food...
Pool noodles are inexpensive and fun to use in therapy. If you tape them together in circles they make targets for shooting your javelin noodles thru or to jump into. In the clinic setting, clients can stand between parallel bars while throwing the javelins. This activity...
Toot Launchers are easy to make, and a great skill builder for kids and adults. When placed correctly, this can be used by wheelchair level clients too! If you have clients waiting to be seen, this can be a great way to keep them busy building...
Umbrellas can be fun for strengthening and visual attention and tracking. A solid bold color or bright multicolored umbrellas work best. Below are 5 fun ways to get therapy done. 1. Place light balls (ones found in a ball pit or table tennis balls are great) in...
For additional ideas go on BrilliantTherapy site to OT=grasp development=minimal and look at 'Balls and Body Activities'. -You can also place tape down on butcher paper laying on the floor and have kids roll the ball on the tape line. -You may want to tape a party...
Here are some additional ideas for how balls can be used in therapy sessions. For ball activities focusing on UE use, Go to Brilliant Therapy section under OT=unlimited=grasp development and find 'Balls and Arms Activities'. Additional Ideas: -Throw velcro balls to a target -Place butcher paper across a...
When using a ball with upper extremity and brain skill building we can often forget some opportunities that are out of the norm. Here are some additional ideas that do not often come to mind. -Roll a ball along one extended arm, across your chest and...
About Me Games are designed to build specific skills. This version targets improving hand dexterity, motor planning, and other skills. Supplies Needed: -Dice -Player tokens Share your games with us on Brilliant Therapy facebook page or get a friend to join and earn points! Download PDF for About My Hands...
The About My Moves Game is a great way to get kids moving! Supplies needed: -Dice or numbered cards/paper -Game board player token (you can use anything small like sticky notes, coins, paper clips etc.) Share your games with the Brilliant Therapy team and earn more points! Download PDF for...