There are a number of ways to make handwriting practice fun for kids. One great way is to use handwriting games either in the classroom or at home. There are many commercial games available that work on handwriting skills, but there are also many simple games that you can play pretty much anywhere. Handwriting practice […]
Mindfulness can be defined as paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment, and nonjudgmentally. Research has indicated that mindfulness in school children may help to improve: 1. emotional well being. 2. learning and associated cognitive processes, such as attention, focus and executive function skills. 3. mental health. 4. physical health (reduction in […]
There are many types of handwriting programs, papers and videos available to help children with visual prompts for proper letter formation. Regardless of the handwriting program used, some visual prompts used for teaching handwriting include: alphabet strip or wall cards to copy proper formation modeling proper letter formation wide lined paper three lines with one […]
Once in awhile, a new product hits the market that can be a game changer. In my opinion, the EazyHold flexible universal cuffs, appear to have accomplished this by helping children (and adults) with physical disabilities. Since I have a big interest in entrepeneurship, I thought it would be great to hear about the story […]
Do you suggest or use alternative seating to keep children alert and focused in the classroom? Here are 20 FREE flexible seating ideas picture word cards for alternative seating in your classroom. Scroll down to download your 20 alternative seating picture word cards for free. These visuals are an excellent compliment to: Wiggle Worms: A […]
Here is a free rubric on the proper positioning for keyboarding from the Keyboard Rubrics digital download. School based occupational and physical therapists are frequently involved in evaluating positioning needs in the schools including computer stations. With more and more children spending countless hours in front of a computer screen, proper positioning is essential to […]
Have you seen all the adorable mini erasers at the Target dollar spot? They are also frequently at party stores and other dollar stores, too. They are festive, fun and cheap. Big bonus – they are great for fine motor activities. Here are 5 ideas to use mini erasers to work on children’s fine motor […]
Jingle bell pencil is a super simple idea that promotes fine motor skill practice and handwriting fun. Have the child string some jingle bells on to a pipe cleaner. Wrap the pipe cleaner and bells around the pencil. Start your musical writing! If the child is distracted by the bells while handwriting (or if it […]
Here is a holiday ornament activity that includes scissor skills, sequencing, motor planning, visual motor skills and following directions! All on one piece of paper (translation: NO PREP activity). This ornament activity is from the Cut, Sequence, Paste and Draw – Holiday Edition. Print out this activity and the child can cut, sequence, paste […]
Check out this FREE Holiday Match Up activity from the December Packet. Print and laminate the page. Using thumb, index and middle finger create small balls of clay. Flatten each ball between thumb and index finger. Place clay over each circle. Player one removes two pieces of clay. If it is a match, keep the […]