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LD Artwork Contest
Do you know a talented artist who has a learning disability? The National Center for Learning Disabilities is holding their 2010 annual art competition. The theme is “Hidden Thoughts of LD”. The are accepting works of art, photography and poetry that express what it is like for people with a learning disability. They are awarding […]
Recycle Those Plastic Easter Eggs
Do you have loads of plastic Easter eggs left over from the holiday? Here are some suggestions of what to do with them. 1. Sensory Table Accessories: Separate the plastic eggs. Children can use them to dig in sand, beans or other tactile items. Put them in the water table. Some of the eggs have […]
Pediatric Occupational and Physical Therapy Magazine April 2010
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Sensory Processing Disorder In the News Again
Treadmill Training or Overground Walking?
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation published research comparing partial body weight supported treadmill training (PBWSTT) versus overground walking. Thirty four children (mean age 10 yrs, 10 months)classified Level III or IV on the Gross Motor Function Classification System were assigned to the experimental group (PBWSTT) or the control group (overground walking). After 9 weeks […]
Promote Literacy and Physical Activity in Children
Here is a great idea – Kids Read and Ride. The concept is to get donated stationary bicycles for the children to ride while reading. This website walks you through every step of how to get started at your school. It also offers tips and suggestions once you do get the program up and running […]
Tech Tools to Encourage Writing
Came across a great article written by Helen Teague entitled “Using Technology Tools to Encourage Reluctant Writers”. It is especially useful for older students. It would make a great hand out to provide to teachers to add some fresh ideas to motivate students to write.
Book Review: This is Gabriel Making Sense of School
Title of Book: This is Gabriel Making Sense of School – A Book about Sensory Processing DisorderAuthor: Hartley SteinerIllustrator: Brandon FallISBN#: 978-1-4269-2777-5 Parents, teachers and occupational or physical therapists who interact with children who have sensory processing disorder will enjoy this new book entitled This Is Gabriel Making Sense of School – A Book About […]
Pediatric Occupational Therapy in the News
Pediatric occupational therapy is in the news again. Check out this news story.
Increase Physical Activity Time
I follow a blog written by the Recess Doctor which I highly recommend. The blog reported on a research study done in 2005 supporting painting lines on a playground. Preventive Medicine published research that found when markings were painted on the playground, moderate to vigorous physical activity increased by 37% whereas the control groups activity […]