This is a perfect example of using a copy machine to help with matching. Whether it is color copies or black and white you can take familiar objects and make them into an activity of matching. It this case we cut them out and laminated...
Supplies: * 1 paper plate * 5-6 feet of yarn * Beads * Hand held hole puncher * Ribbon (optional) This can be done easily in many different settings;SNF, school, home, clinic, and camps. No matter what setting , this project turns out well. OPTION: You can use different shapes such as...
Don't want Dad left out, here is a skill building craft for him. Supplies: -1 paper plate -2 sheets of purple paper OR white paper and you can color it purple with crayons or markers or paint -1 glue stick -hole puncher -1 pipe cleaner or ribbon -Hole punch for the pipe...
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Lines can be helpful for elderly people to know where to go or look, where to place their keys, shoes, or papers, and can help them see a dangerous step in their garage. Simply said, lines help therapist's in many ways. Lines are useful in an...
Physical therapists usually place doh onto a mat and have kids walk barefoot on it, while speech therapists use it for activities that can have pragmatic or receptive speech opportunities worked in. Such as 'how large' or 'how many'. Using play doh flattened out on a...
This is a wonderful way to get ADL skills in along with UE, task tolerance, cognitive, and social/emotional needs met. Don't forget to address safety in the adult population in regards to handling sharps and unsafe mobility in the kitchen environment. Wonderful paint patterns can be made...
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...
Building your own balance beam can be fun and functional. A great gift to give to a school that does not have one of their own for kids to practice on. Supplies: *Two 2x4's that are 6 feet long or longer *2x4 that is cut up into two...
Supplies: +Black Butcher Paper +Many different colored papers to cut circles out of +Glue stick +Scissors to cut out shadow and circles +Pencil to trace shadow Tips: If you have limited time, you may want to have the dots cut out ahead of time. Sort them into containers and have kids use...