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coordination, executive function, pediatric occupational therapy, pediatric physical therapy

Link Between Visual Motor, Object Manipulation Skills, Executive Function and Social Behavior

Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport published research on 92, three to five year old children to establish a link between early visual-motor integration skills and executive function and a link between early object manipulation skills and social behaviors in the classroom during the preschool years. Each participant was evaluated for visual-motor integration skills, object manipulation skills, […]

October 18, 2016/by yourtherapysource

cerebral palsy, pediatric occupational therapy, pediatric physical therapy, tactile input, tactile sensitivity

Tactile Function in Children with Cerebral Palsy

As pediatric therapists, assessment and treatment of children with cerebral palsy frequently focuses on motor impairments although, children with unilateral cerebral palsy (hemiplegia) are also likely to have sensory impairment. Research indicates that tactile registration for children with hemiplegia is consistently worse with their impaired hand than their unimpaired hand. Both hands of children with hemiplegia performed […]

October 17, 2016/by yourtherapysource

fine motor skills, Halloween printables, handwriting, pediatric occupational therapy, free fine motor

Halloween Mini Book

Check out this adorable Halloween Mini Book that you can print, cut and fold. I happen to love small things so this fits the bill. I also happen to love Halloween activities. So fun to create! You can download this free template to practice scissor skills and folding. Send home the mini book for the […]

October 14, 2016/by yourtherapysource

autism, pediatric occupational therapy, pediatric physical therapy, visual supports

5 Ways to Incorporate Visual Supports During a Therapy Session

It is well known that children with autism and certain other disabilities benefit greatly from the use of visual supports throughout the day. Visual supports can be pictures, objects, written words, body language and cues. Some children use visual supports as a primary means of communication in the classroom and home. If this is a […]

October 13, 2016/by yourtherapysource

pediatric physical therapy, body awareness, motor planning, pediatric occupational therapy

Simon Says Exercise Ball Style

Have you ever played Simon Says exercise ball style? This is an easy way to adapt a timeless game of Simon Says but add in more range of motion, muscle strengthening and spatial relationships. It is more of a challenge when you use a large, exercise ball but if that is not available grab a […]

October 7, 2016/by yourtherapysource

halloween, handwriting, pediatric occupational therapy, free handwriting

Halloween Handwriting Practice Freebie

This Halloween handwriting practice freebie includes two free sample pages from the My Halloween Handwriting Packet. Practice handwriting on dotted line page and cursive with these 2 pages with a Halloween theme. DOWNLOAD the two free Halloween handwriting pages here. These free Halloween handwriting sample pages are from My School Handwriting Packet. My Halloween Handwriting […]

October 6, 2016/by yourtherapysource

autism, pediatric occupational therapy, pediatric physical therapy, sleep

Exercise and Sleep Tips for Children

Combining exercise and sleep can be a tricky balance. Getting proper sleep for yourself or your children can be very challenging in this fast paced world. We want ourselves and our children to exercise but all parents want their children to sleep too! For children some of the best suggestions are: Limit vigorous physical activity […]

October 5, 2016/by yourtherapysource

fine motor skills, pediatric occupational therapy, scissor skills, free fine motor

Scissor Activity – Mr. Circle’s Haircut

Here is a scissor activity that children will have so much FUN doing! This is from a new download the Hair Cutting Sticks packet. The children can color, cut out the rectangle and start styling Mr. Circle’s hair. Attach the craft stick and start a puppet show starring Mr. Circle himself! Make another Mr. […]

October 1, 2016/1 Comment/by yourtherapysource

pediatric occupational therapy, pediatric physical therapy, school based occupational therapy, school based physical therapy, school based therapy

5 Reasons to Provide Push In Therapy

Whether you work in the schools or in the home, here are 5 reasons to provide push in therapy within a child’s natural environment: 1. You have the chance to see first hand during each session what functional tasks or skills need improvement. 2. The child’s normal daily routine is not interrupted. If it is […]

September 30, 2016/2 Comments/by yourtherapysource

dressing skills, pediatric occupational therapy, pediatric physical therapy

5 Gross Motor Activities to Help with Dressing Skills

Gross motor activities that focus on postural control, trunk rotation, bilateral coordination, eye hand coordination, motor planning and balance skills are beneficial when it comes to developing independence with dressing. Here are 5 suggested activities: Play games where the child has to reach outside of his/her base of support without falling over. Practice in sitting […]

September 27, 2016/by yourtherapysource