Spring Activities!

Happy Spring!

I don’t know about you but I am sure glad to see Spring!

Although we have a long way to go, I feel like we made it, and I love that Spring is a time for renewal!

It also allows us to emerge from our homes and get outside!

I am frequently asked by both parents and teachers for activities to help develop skills.

I believe skills can be developed in a variety of ways and learning doesn’t only occur behind a desk.

Spring is the perfect time to shake things up and work on skill development in fun and playful ways.

And let’s remember, kids “occupation” is to play so it’s a win win!

Here are few fun activities for the Spring!

1. Go outside! (If you’ve read any of my other blog posts, you know I highly value the outdoors!) – there is so much to see and do outside! Don’t make an agenda, just see where the experience takes you!
2. Nature crafts-go on a nature scavenger hunt looking for things you can use to create a picture or other art project. A little bit of grass, a few rocks or shells, or even some dirt can make for wonderful creations! (shhhh-your child will be working on their fine motor skills without even knowing it!).
3. Outdoor obstacle course– use things in nature or your own outdoor equipment, and create an obstacle course. Jump over sticks or rocks, roll down a grassy hill, jump up and see if you can catch a cloud! (shhhh-your child will be working on their spatial awareness, gross motor and coordination skills without even knowing it!).
4. “Recess” games-four square, hopscotch, tag, hula hoops, jacks or marbles. (shhhh-your child will be working on eye hand coordination, fine and gross motor and visual spatial skills without even known it!)
5. Ball games– play catch, try to hit a target, play hot potato, kick a ball. Vary the size of the ball starting with large ball and then switching to a smaller ball. (shhh-your child will be working on gross motor and visual motor skills without even knowing it!).
6. Sky writing– lay on your back and practice writing/drawing with your index finger in the sky. You can write letters, words, or draw a picture! (shhh-your child will be working on fine and visual motor skills without even knowing it!).

Wishing you a fun filled Spring!

Until next time!