10 Oct Giraffe: write, color, cut, & paste
This is a therapist pleaser. We sneak in some writing, asymmetrical bilateral upper extremity movements, and cognitive skills (following directions, visual memory, orientation,...
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03 Oct Cognition: Everyday Activities
Here are 7 different activities that you can do that can help build the cognitive skills of your clients. These are often overlooked and critical for IADL success. Sometimes you can give them to a caretaker to do as therapy homework and then have them...
03 Oct Snowman Fold & Cut
Fold & Cut tasks are wonderful for helping the brain to see how parts relate to the whole and how to interpret what we see. By breaking down what we see, we can build analytical skills and a variety of other pathways in the brain that...
03 Oct Fold & Cut Ghost
This simple task is wonderful for cognitive growth as well as helping with fine motor, bilateral integration and visual motor skills. You may like the Fold & Cut Halloween Shapes e-book or the 4 Valentine's Day Fold & Cut Cards. Download the PDF for Fold & Cut...
03 Oct Trace Vertical & Horizontal Line
Getting eyes to focus and attend long enough to generate a line takes time for some. Short tasks initially keeps learning fun. We have left plenty of blank space so you can adapt it as needed. If you like this, you will like "Trace A Cross"...
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 Fine Motor ADL Activities
Fine Motor ADL activities are critical to successful independence. Here are some ideas that you might find helpful: 1. Answering the phone and writing down a phone number. 2. Cooking: stir, cut, lift pots of water or frying pan, and pouring. 3. Reading and understanding a utility bill...
27 Sep Rat Pad
Rat Pads and other comfort positive tools are important for compliance with any exercise routine. In this case the rat pad was used to provide comfort at the elbow joint. TIP: They are light and easy to use for both upper and lower body. [Heel raises,...
27 Sep Seated UE exercises in pictures
Before engaging in an exercise routine, review safety and be updated on any precautions set forth by client's physician. This a a basic upper extremity workout that is wonderful for homebound clients. SUPPLIES: Chair with a back on it, theraband, and hand held weights. TIPS: Use lighter weights...
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....