In-hand manipulation skills are an important part of handwriting, fine motor, and everyday life skills. Today we are going to take a look at the basic patterns of in-hand manipulation skills needed for handwriting. Why In-Hand Manipulation Skills Matter When you think about all the ways you move a pencil for handwriting, this is why […]
The Best Activities for Proprioceptive Input
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. What is Proprioception? Before we […]
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. Vestibular Seekers And Avoiders Before we get into […]
Fine Motor Spring Activities for Toddlers
Spring is one of my favorite times of the year. The warmer weather means we can be outside for hours on end and enjoy all the flowers blooming and trees. I wanted to share some of my favorite ideas for fine motor spring activities for toddlers. Fine Motor Spring Activities for Toddlers For this post, […]
The Best Toddler Songs with Actions
Toddlers are naturally drawn to movement and music. Today I am sharing some of my favorite toddler songs with actions. The Best Toddler Songs with Actions I’m linking to a YouTube video of each song so you can hear them. I also created a YouTube Playlist so you can find them easily in one spot. […]
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Handwriting to Kids
When it comes to introducing handwriting, there are some things that you don’t want to miss or skip before expecting a child to write. I want to take a look at 5 mistakes to avoid when introducing handwriting skills in today’s post. 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Introducing Handwriting to Kids Let’s take a look […]
