Category: Occupational Therapy

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Tuesday’s TOY of the Week – Tweezers

Cool TWEEZERs are Tuesday’s TOY of the Week! Fine motor skills are important, but we cannot start to practice cutting until a child’s hand…
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5 Tips to Celebrate Occupational Therapy Month!

HAPPY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY MONTH! OT Month is a time to reflect and celebrate the unique value of our profession. There’s so much to learn…
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Feather Beading – Pre Writing Activity

Working on handwriting is fun but it’s important to work on PRE-WRITING skills. Kids need to first learn how to build fine motor coordination….
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5 Facts About Metacognition – What IS It?

Who are you? What do you tell yourself? What are your beliefs and thoughts as you move throughout your day? We all have that…
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5 Tips to Focus on Your Child’s Positive Traits

5 Tips to Focus on Your Child’s Positive Traits Friends, I’ve done some editing on this post as I’ve become a strengths-based therapist. This…
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Holiday Break Activities for Kids + FREE Conversation Starter Cards

 Holidays can be hectic and busy for grown-ups but our children can become bored quickly. I encourage my clients and my own children to…
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Fingerprint Farm Animals

Making fingerprints is not only a fun activity for little kids, but it also encourages the development of fine motor skills. Fingerprint farm animals…
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BORED board??

Have you seen the BORED Board?  We’ve been using it for years in our home and clinic.  It’s a fabulous way to re-direct your…
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20 Summer FUN Ideas (OT Approved!)

  SUMMER is here! Most families look forward to summer’s relaxation and lazy days. However, the lack of routine and structure can evoke great…
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5 Tips to Help With Dyscalculia

Many children struggle with difficulties in writing and math. When a child is smart and has a high IQ, struggling with something that comes…
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