Category: Play Ideas

How to make messy play and little less.... messy.

4/15/2021

Do you cringe at the thought of sensory bins and rice potentially going everywhere? Do finger (or toe!) paints cause immediate anxiety? I know so many moms who feel complete overwhelm by the thought of messy sensory play and the amount of prep work and cleanup that results. The solution is often avoiding it. But messy sensory play is so important for a child’s development! And there ARE ways to make it less messy and more tolerable for you, while still maintaining the awesome developments benefits it provides your kids.

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20 Simple And Fun Core Strengthening Activities For Toddlers And Preschoolers

7/13/2020

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Have you ever heard the term postural stability? It is a fancy developmental term that isn't really talked about, until it becomes a problem. Postural stability is a child's ability to maintain an erect upright posture without fatiguing, which requires core strength! And having adequate core strength and postural stability is crucial for development to stay on track. Let's chat why core strength is important, signs your child may have poor postural stability, and activities you can do to boost stamina and strength.

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Is Structured Play Really Necessary?

6/30/2020

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I don't know about you, but I often feel overwhelmed by the amount of "structured" goal oriented activities I see posted all over social media by bloggers and development professionals. And I am totally guilty of being one of the people posting them! But if you are a busy and tired mom seeing all of these fun extravagant play ideas, I can only imagine it feels confusing and intimidating, and could create questions like......

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30+ Indoor Heavy Work Activities For Kids

6/4/2020

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Have you ever noticed your child jumping off high surfaces, running and crashing into pillows, lifting heavy objects, climbing on furniture, pulling and pushing things around, or otherwise trying to impersonate an olympic weightlifter or superhero? If so, what you’re seeing is your child seeking out deep pressure and "heavy work."

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30 Ways To Use Household Items For Play

6/1/2020

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Not sure about you, but I don't have a gazillion dollars to spend on play materials. As a teeny tiny private OT practice, I keep things really simple and practical. Most of my therapy materials are household items that my clients also have on hand, making home programs (and telehealth) a cinch! Thought I would share with you the supplies I can't work without, and 30 activities you can do with just a short list of simple items laying around your house.

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20+ Brain Boosting Play Activities For Toddlers

5/25/2020

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Want some fresh play ideas for your toddler? I did a scavenger hunt on my favorite inspiration websites and compiled the ultimate list of 20 OT approved easy and fun activities for you and your kiddo! They will all provide entertainment, while also building your little buddy's developmental skills including fine motor, hand eye coordination, bilateral integration, gross motor skills, core strength, sensory processing, and body awareness.

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6 Super Simple Sensory Letter Activities For Pre-k's and Kinders

3/1/2020

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As a pediatric OT, I teach a lot of handwriting. And I often have the honor of teaching it to kids who really dislike handwriting for one reason or another. Makes for a fun time together, right? Well, actually, it is! Learning how to write does not have to be boring, or hard, or a negative experience. It definitely does not have to be limited to paper and pencil. I like to use highly engaging sensory play to help kids build the fine motor and visual perceptual skills needed for handwriting. Here are 6 of my go-to's!

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How to make messy play and little less.... messy.

20 Simple And Fun Core Strengthening Activities For Toddlers And Preschoolers

Is Structured Play Really Necessary?

30+ Indoor Heavy Work Activities For Kids

30 Ways To Use Household Items For Play

20+ Brain Boosting Play Activities For Toddlers

6 Super Simple Sensory Letter Activities For Pre-k's and Kinders

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