This crafty tool is designed to focus on parts to whole, tip prehension (pinching paper together while making the rolls), and other fine motor skills. They may require hand over hand assistance for the first roll and then let them struggle for the other two....
Many kids are attracted to these turkeys so here are two versions (one is a turkey napkin holder-the small one) and the other is just a standing turkey using toilet paper rolls for the body. You can also use cardstock paper as a substitute for...
Directed drawing helps clients of all ages. Kids enjoy this particular picture, but you can break down any pictures and have your clients imitate what you show them. All you do is start by drawing a simple line or shape in the picture and let them...
Directed drawing is a wonderful way to build skills and have fun at the same time. Spacial awareness, thought organization, direction following, visual motor integration and coordination are just a few things that are developed with this task. Here is a turkey picture idea. Direction Idea: You...
These are easy to make and full of fun therapy benefits that include; visual-perception, visual motor, memory, executive functioning, and thought organization skills. This is good for clients of all ages and can be specific to their interests. NOTE: Visually attending to details is very important...
AFO's can vary quite a bit, but sometimes what to do with the straps can be a problem. Sometimes it helps to have a picture or show a picture to the client so that they can see, rather than try to remember what it looks...
This is a fun adaptable activity that will have kids engaged in drawing and cutting. They really get into making scars on the face which is great for learning about lines which ultimately helps with handwriting skill development. SUPPLIES: green paper, black paper, marker, glue stick,...
Visual Discrimination abilities affect social skills. Here is a fun activity to address visual and fine motor skills. Write down the feelings associated with each of Olaf's expressions. Such as sad, thoughtful, anxious, happy, surprised, etc. If you like this, you may like making or coloring Olaf....
Don't forget to make sure clients, young and old, can do this well because it is one of the first steps for safety. This COVID-19 friendly activity will get a 2 thumbs up. We have included a pdf with colorful pictures for clients who need them. Washing...
Obstacle courses can be made from a variety of items. In this Obstacle course we used discarded containers and put a pumpkin face on the bottom of the containers and then let kids place the opening on a hook. We also, had them carry (vampire blood- water...