Bilateral coordination activities for kids are important for fine motor skills and for brain development. The...
Occupational Therapy
Why Are Fine Motor Skills Declining in Children?
So many changes in society impact fine motor development in children. As an occupational therapist (since 2002) I...
Weight Bearing Exercises for Kids, Easy & Fun OT Activities
Weight-bearing exercises and activities on open hands help kids build many skills needed for hand skill...
The Sensory Pyramid of Learning – Foundation for Development
The sensory pyramid of learning is an extremely helpful visual for understanding why the sensory systems are so...
17 Special Balance and Movement Activities to Improve Visual Skills
Specific movement activities and balance activities help improve visual skills in kids. The brain's...
Screen Time Alternatives to Support Development in Kids
Setting screen time limits and finding screen time alternatives are SO important for our children! Help your kids...
93 Best Toys for Fine Motor Skills – 6 OT Skill Areas (2024)
Play is a great way to build fine motor development in young children. Check out these occupational...
Easy Sensory Diet Activities to Help Kids Focus on Homework
Does your child have a hard time focusing on school work at home? These sensory diet activities from an...
The 8 Sensory Systems Explained – Occupational Therapy Intro
Occupational therapists focus on the sensory systems as part of their professional practice, especially when...
48 Quick & Easy Alerting Sensory Strategies to Get Kids’ Attention
There are times when it can be a challenge to get kids' attention… and sometimes it's even harder keeping their...
