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10 Station Sensory-Motor Walk Activities for School – Free Printable
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10 Station Sensory-Motor Walk Activities for School – Free Printable

You’ve probably seen the videos or pictures on social media of “sensory walks” or “sensory paths” that many schools are putting in their hallways. When I was working at one of our local schools, I created these sensory-motor walk activities and used an empty hallway next to our sensory room. You could also use these…

Why is Crossing the Midline So Important?

Why is Crossing the Midline So Important?

Does your child struggle with handwriting, particularly with pencil grasp or being able to move their hand across the paper while printing? Or maybe they are in Kindergarten and have not chosen a dominant hand for fine motor activities including handwriting? All of these skills are why crossing the midline is so important. What Does…

The Best Activities For Proprioceptive Input: A Complete Guide

The Best Activities For Proprioceptive Input: A Complete Guide

Proprioception is one of those eight senses that not everyone knows about. If you have a child struggling to focus, sit still, or attend to a task, this is one of the sensory systems you want to address. Today I am sharing some of the best activities for proprioceptive input. Post updated March 2023. What…

The Best Activities for Vestibular Input

The Best Activities for Vestibular Input

The vestibular system is one of the sensory systems that can have the biggest effect on a child’s behavior. Having a child complete a vestibular activity can help them regulate their emotions, focus, and gain their attention. Here are some of the best activities for vestibular input. (Post updated Feb. 2023) What Provides Vestibular Input? …

The Foundational Skills Needed for Handwriting Mechanics

The Foundational Skills Needed for Handwriting Mechanics

You probably think of handwriting mechanics as the act of picking up a pencil and writing on paper. And while that is true, there are some important skills that need to be in place for a child to be successful with this. Let’s take a look at the foundational skills needed for handwriting mechanics. Foundational…

12 Heavy Work Activities for School

12 Heavy Work Activities for School

Have you been searching for heavy work ideas but are struggling to find something that will work for your classroom or school environment? Today I have you covered with heavy work activities for school. What is Heavy Work? Heavy work is a term coined to describe any type of activity that activates proprioceptive receptors. Proprioception…