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...
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...
Supplies: - Paper plate -Paint or colored markers ( tan, black, red) -Eyes (google eyes or cut a small white circle of paper and draw in the pupil) -1 Sheet of blue or black construction paper (if you choose black have a white colored pencil on hand or white...
Supplies: A Stamper Pad and Stamps IDEAS: +If you want to work on body awareness, reading and writing skills, just use alphabet stamps. You can stamp the letters H,A,N,D on your hand and then write it down. +You can turn it into a balance activity by having client...
Decorating cookies is a blast. From everyday ADL skill building to planning and activity tolerance. This can have a benefit for all your clients. just remember to grade it accordingly and know what skill you will target with your client. Supplies: -Cookies -Frosting BTW Remember to check for client...
Supplies: -Craft Smart Paint Pens- Simple and easy to use. All you do is shake them and press the tip down onto the pebble and the paint begins to flow. -Smooth Pebbles These can all be added together to make a big statement or decorative outdoor ensemble, or...
Supplies: -1 white paper (8.5x11) -1 red paper (8.5x11) -1 blue paper. (8.5x11) -glue stick or bottle -scissors -optional stars; spangles, cut out stars or polk a dots, small white fuzz balls Tips for success: - Have a model to show what to expect -This activity can be used for all ages based on...
Supplies: Acrylic paint Fruit & Vegetables to clean and cut Cutting board Knife Thick paper (usually white works well) Sink and towels to clean up Optional: cookie cutters if using watermelon Fruit and Vegetables that work well for this activity are as follows: potatoes, celery, carrots, lemons, oranges, grapefruits, beets (good without paint),...
This colorful wall is inspiring and builds skills. Supplies: *Construction paper in many colors *Finger paint (acrylic) that is bright or fluorescent *Crayons *Glue or a stapler to attach it to the wall or butcher paper base *You will want to have access to a sink and may choose to...