01 Oct My Child Avoids…
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27 Sep See & Say Abstract
Everyone is not wired the same way, so here is an option that can allow adaptations. Download PDF for See & Say Abstract...
27 Sep All About Me (3 skill levels)
This is very helpful with therapy groups with varying skill levels. Download PDF for All About Me (3 skill levels)...
27 Sep Four Leafed Clover Template
There are many ways to use a template and many skills that can be developed. Have clients make large sweeping strokes across the template and then put their own patterns on. This works for all ages. We made the template shown from a file folder. NOTE: It...
27 Sep Paper Strip Pot Of Gold
Colored paper strip writing is an easy way to make learning fun. It can help with thought organization, communication, fine motor and visual skills, and both old and young clients like it. Other ideas for their use: Paper strips for birthday wishes, graduations, welcome banners, obstacle...
27 Sep Directed Draw Bug
This activity is wonderful for following directions, line imitation, far point copy, visual-perceptual and visual-motor skills. It also works on asymmetrical bilateral UE coordination (cutting skills), paper orientation, and every bug looks wonderful. Supplies: 1. 3 colored sheets of paper (blue, light green, darker green) 2. 1 sheet...
26 Sep Simple Sensory Desk Top Strategies
Simple Sensory Desktop Strategies are helpful for kids that need the extra touch. Here is a list of some strategies that can make a significant difference. NOTE: Some of these can be used for adults in their office space. 1. Use washcloth as shown (provided boundary) and...
26 Sep Smart Board Directed Draw: Fish
Directed drawing is a wonderful way to build skills. It can build visual attention, visual-perceptual, visual-motor, visual memory, thought organization, body awareness, attention span, social and grasp development skills. DIRECTIONS: Be slow and deliberate with presenting each line that is drawn. Demonstrate and say what you...
26 Sep Nature’s Visual Attention Task
Just a reminder to keep on the lookout for creepy crawling creatures. Kids will give more visual attention to this than many activities that you come up with, and they can facilitate great conversations! OPTIONS: Earthworms, chickens, goats, miniature horses, guinea pigs, and bearded dragons are...
26 Sep Boom Blast Sticks
This game is always a hit with kids, especially the middle schoolers. Fine motor, turn taking, and visual motor skills are some of the great skill benefits of this game....