There are so many benefits to having brain breaks, or movement breaks, throughout the school day. Last year, I shared that my children started attending school after being homeschooled, which inspired me to share some classroom-friendly proprioception-activating brain break ideas. What is Proprioception? In short, proprioception is part of our sensory system and is responsible…
Get ready for some good fun with this Turkey Feather Movement Hunt! This playful fall-themed activity combines movement, imagination, and outdoor exploration, all wrapped up in a silly turkey twist. Kids will love searching for colorful “feathers” hidden around the yard or play area, each one featuring a different movement challenge to act out. Whether…
Today, I am welcoming Giselle from Kids’ Yoga Stories to share The OT’s Guide to Using Yoga for Emotional Regulation: 5 Simple Activities That Actually Calm the Nervous System. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us Giselle! Occupational therapy became a regular part of my family’s daily lives when my neurodivergent daughter began sessions….
Gross motor warm-ups are a vital foundation for successful handwriting when children are learning to write. Not only do they help build up the muscles that children need for handwriting, but they also help support motor planning and can even build confidence when they do pick up a pencil to write. Let’s take a look…
Those of you who have been on my email list for a while may know that my kids started going to school this year (previously homeschooled). My son’s teacher is someone we know already; she is the best at providing brain and movement breaks in her classroom. This has inspired me to share some classroom-friendly…
Looking for an easy and fun way to support your child’s sensory needs while burning off energy? Try the Laundry Basket Push Game—a simple sensory play proprioceptive activity that builds strength, coordination, and focus. It’s perfect for toddlers and kids of all ages! Why Proprioception Matters Proprioception is your body’s ability to sense where it…