Picture cards can be used many different ways in therapy and they are fun to use. Writing: Have kids pick out a picture and then write a sentence about that subject. Speech: Have clients say the word and then put it into a sentence. Printer friendly allows coloring...
Use the visual chart to show different body movements! You can laminate and cut them out. Add some velcro and lay them on a strip. You can also use them for a visual schedule. This tool is so beneficial for many kids, not just those...
This is a fun and easy way to prepare an activity that focuses on pronoun usage. Make it multi sensory by letting kids have a piece of popcorn if they get their sentence said in a time 1 minute frame. >> Download Worksheet for Popcorn Activity...
Needing help getting a client to understand what to do with a ball? This picture board may help, especially for autistic kids or those with processing difficulties. >>Download picture board Adaptations: *Use a stuffed animal or squishy toy for throw & catch. *Laminate and cut them out to use...
Simple Sensory Flower -download pdf Supplies: 1 white paper (8.5x11") 1 Colored paper Scissors 1 pipe cleaner (green) Glue stick Optional items for the center or petals such as; sand, glitter, fuzz balls Suggestions: This activity is easily adapted for groups of kids with a wide range of skills. This project is easily laminated....
Here is a fun image that people can relate to. Themselves. Calling out body parts is important and this simple tool can also help with memory and be used for different languages. Share the tools you make for body awareness or get a friend to join...
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Supplies: Ruler, Dry Erase Marker (option shown) or pencil if using paper, and a model to look at. You can keep using the same model to trace over by slipping it into a page protector so it can be reused. If you need it for...
Supplies: Colored paper or construction paper, glitter, glue, markers or colored pencils Kids choose which way to make their tree with the above supplies. DIRECTIONS: Have clients draw a tree, cut it out, paste it on a background, and then decorate it. A variety of demo's can be...
Any instrument that such as maracas, triangles, or music tubes can be wonderful for social and emotional skills, as well as upper body conditioning. This often works well with the unmotivated or pain clients. If you do not have instruments at your facility, you can often...