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The Association Between Toe Walking and Autism
The pattern of walking in which the toes and balls of the feet come in contact with the ground instead of the heels is known as toe walking. This is a common walking pattern in children who are younger than 2 years and are trying to walk. But if your child continues to toe walk […]
Play Tunnel For Kids: Benefits Of Kids Crawl Tunnels
What Is Crawling Through Tunnel? Crawling through tunnels is an exercise for children to hop onto all fours and crawl through a cylindrical tunnel. This helps improve blood circulation, strengthens the muscles, develops lower body strength, and also tones the body. Additionally, a crawl tunnel can also help improve joint mobility and flexibility. So, encourage […]
Slant Board for Writing: 9 Benefits For Children’s Development
Slant boards are an excellent way to improve a child’s writing skills. By using a slant board, kids can practice their handwriting in a more ergonomic position which can lead to improved handwriting overall. Additionally, slant boards can help kids with fine motor control and coordination. There are many benefits of using a Slant Board […]
Scissor Skills For Kids: Fine Motor Benefits Of Cutting With Scissors
Scissor skills are an important set of fine motor skills required for developing cutting abilities. Cutting skills take time to develop in children and can take until a child is 6 years old to be fully developed. Scissor use has slowly been on the decline due to the increase in the use of technology during […]
Fidget Toys: Best Fidget On A Keychain
Over the years, parents and educators have been introduced to fidget cubes, fidget spinners and now pop its. Fidgets are a great tool and have been used by Occupational Therapists with children who require additional sensory input for a long time. However, fidgets are now also available in the mainstream market, allowing more access to […]
Oral Sensory Seeking: Information, Strategies & Activities
If as parents you find yourself saying phrases like, “Do not put that thing in your mouth”, or “stop biting the fingernails”, quite a lot, then probably your child has a habit of chewing on everything. Keeping aside everything else, this could be a very concerning situation for parents, especially from the perspective of safety […]
The Benefits Of Water Play In Early Childhood
When it comes to child’s play, water play is a fantastic way to keep them entertained on a hot summer day. But what about the benefits of play on a child? Water play helps promote a child’s curiosity, and gross and fine motor skills, it’s perfect for socializing with other kids and promotes problem-solving, and […]
Executive Functioning: What Is Executive Function?
What Is Executive Function? Executive function can be defined as a set of vital mental skills that include flexible thinking, self-control, and working memory. These skills are used every day to learn, stay on task, and manage daily life. Difficulty with executive function, also known as executive dysfunction, can create problems for your child at […]
ADHD In The Classroom (9 ADHD Classroom Strategies)
Addressing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the classroom is no small task. Students with ADHD often present a unique set of challenges, particularly in managing their ADHD symptoms, that teachers and other students alike need to understand. Teachers and school counselors can play a significant role in teaching students with ADHD, providing classroom accommodations […]
16 Hand Strengthening Activities For Kids
Does your kid tire easily after using their hands for daily activities? Do they struggle while tying their shoes, using zippers, or using a pencil? If these problems sound familiar, then it might be time to try hand strengthening activities. Some kids have weak hands due to their age, less developed hand muscles, or low […]
My Child Has Clothing Sensitivity: What Do I Do?
As parents of a child with clothing sensitivity, it can often be frustrating and overwhelming when it comes to the routine task of dressing up your child. This condition entails a sensitivity issue that children face when it comes to wearing clothes. Generally, clothing sensitivity can be seen in little ones when they have tactile […]
How to Teach Cursive Handwriting to Your Child
Cursive handwriting, also known as longhand or script, is a handwriting style where the letters are joined to increase writing speed. In this writing style, the aim is to reduce the number of times a person lifts their pen. As a result, they are able to write much faster in comparison to non-cursive handwriting styles. […]
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