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Bead Slime!

Let’s face it: Kids like slime.  They can shape it, squeeze it and squish it.  The good news is, not all slime is messy. …

Calm Down Area Creation Tips

Children benefit from a calm down area when their emotions are running high or they need a calming break. Most ‘bad’ behavior is a…
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10 Earth Day Crafts

10 Earth Day crafts for kids work on fine motor and sensory skills. Great for classrooms, home schools, and therapy clinics everywhere….
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Teaching Empathy with The “Do Good” Jar Activity

We all want our children to be empathic and kind, but how do we help them understand that concept?  Here’s a fun activity that…
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Play Dough Mats- They’re All The Rage!

play dough mats are the newest way to work on fine motor and hand strengthening while having fun…
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April is OT Month!

Pocket occupational therapist celebrates April as OT Month with special deals and free downloads for OTs…
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Easter Bunny Handprint Craft

I LOVE this Easter Bunny Handprint Craft and I hope you do too! Hippety-Hoppety, Easter is here!  This weekend is always a great opportunity…
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Life Skills Series: Fire Safety

Life skills training helps our children with independence. This week, I’d like to talk about fire safety. When thinking about functional skills, knowing when…
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Cookie Cutter Popsicle Stick Puzzle

Spring break is great for vacations and relaxing, but it can also be a good recipe for cabin-fever!  Here’s another colorful activity to keep…

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