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Why I Love Play-Doh for Fine Motor Skills Development
Why I Love Play-Doh for Fine Motor Skills DevelopmentWhether you’re working with toddlers, preschoolers, or school-aged children, this classic compound offers endless opportunities for creativity and skill-building.
It’s more than just play; it’s purposeful, hands-on learning that supports strength, coordination, sensory processing, and early academic concepts.
Is Your Child Ready to Write? Why Starting Too Soon Can Be a Problem
Preschool programs often advertise early handwriting skills as a sign of kindergarten readiness.
But as a pediatric occupational therapist and consultant, I want to challenge this narrative and explain why introducing writing too early can do more harm than good.
Why Hand-Over-Hand Assistance Doesn’t Work for Teaching Kids New Skills (And What to Do Instead)
While. hand over hand assistance may feel supportive, research and clinical experience show that this method is not the most effective way to teach kids.
In fact, it can slow skill development and reduce independence.
Top 10 Issues Affecting Children’s Handwriting
Discover the top 10 issues affecting children’s handwriting and learn how parents and teachers can support kids with fine motor, sensory, and learning challenges.
Why Every New School OT Needs This Beginner’s Guide
If you’re a new occupational therapy practitioner entering the school system, you’ve probably already realized there’s a steep learning curve. Transitioning from grad school, clinical placements, or other settings into schools is a shift in both mindset and practice. That’s why I created A Beginner’s Guide for School-Based Occupational Therapy Practitioners. Here’s why every newContinue reading “Why Every New School OT Needs This Beginner’s Guide”
How to Avoid Common Mistakes New School OT Practitioners Make
Starting your career in school-based occupational therapy can be both exciting and overwhelming. While no one expects perfection, being aware of the most common missteps can help you hit the ground running. Here are some tips to help avoid common mistakes that many new school-based OTs make. 1. Understand the Educational Model Unlike clinics, school-basedContinue reading “How to Avoid Common Mistakes New School OT Practitioners Make”
Top 10 Tools Every School-Based OT Practitioner Should Have
As a school-based occupational therapist, having the right tools can make all the difference in engaging students, collecting meaningful data, and making your interventions effective and enjoyable. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to streamline your therapy bag, here are the top 10 essential tools every school-based OT should have in their toolkit. 1.Continue reading “Top 10 Tools Every School-Based OT Practitioner Should Have”
5 Fun Summer Activities to Improve Your Child’s Fine and Visual Motor Skills
Summer is a great time to engage in fun activities with your child while also improving their fine and visual motor skills. Here are 5 fun summer activities to improve your child’s fine and visual motor skills. Incorporating these five activities into your child’s summer routine can help improve their fine and visual motor skillsContinue reading “5 Fun Summer Activities to Improve Your Child’s Fine and Visual Motor Skills”
Overcoming Handwriting Difficulties in High School: Tips and Strategies
High school students are constantly required to write essays, take notes, and complete assignments by hand. However, for some, handwriting can be a challenging task. Whether it’s due to a learning disability or poor fine motor skills, struggling with handwriting can negatively impact academic success. I am frequently asked about how to help high schoolContinue reading “Overcoming Handwriting Difficulties in High School: Tips and Strategies”