Winter can be a challenging time for teachers and occupational therapists. Cold weather and shorter days often lead to restless students, indoor recess and low
Handwriting remains a vital skill for students, blending fine motor precision, cognitive organization, and literacy development. For teachers and occupational therapists, finding engaging ways to target these skills can be challenging. Scrambled sentence activities provide an effective and versatile tool for building handwriting and literacy skills in a fun and purposeful way.
Have you ever noticed how your heart races when you’re nervous or how your stomach feels tight when you’re anxious? These are examples of interoception—the ability to sense internal bodily signals. Interoception plays a crucial role in emotional regulation, self-awareness, and overall well-being, yet it’s a skill often overlooked in traditional education and therapy settings. For parents, teachers, and therapists, and understanding interoception can unlock new ways to support children, especially those with sensory processing differences or autism.
Creative writing is an important part of elementary education. It helps students build their imagination, improve language skills, and develop critical thinking. But did you
Social-emotional learning (SEL) is an essential component of education today. Many students face challenges managing their emotions, handling stress, and using effective coping strategies, which can impact their ability to focus, participate, and learn effectively. SEL equips students with the tools they need to understand their emotions, build positive relationships, and develop empathy—all of which are critical for their success in both school and life. Students who feel safe, regulated, and have positive connections with their teachers are more prepared to learn in school.
Teaching young children to recognize and form letters is a crucial part of their early education. However, starting this process without using a pencil can set the foundation for proper handwriting skills. Name crafts can be a fun way to address letter recognition without writing.
Back-to-school season can be a hectic time for occupational therapists. With the right strategies, you can streamline your workload and make the transition smoother. Here are some tips on how to make back-to-school less stressful, focusing on prepping materials and crafts ahead of time, setting up systems for progress monitoring and paperwork, and organizing your resources effectively.
Letter and number reversals, commonly referred to as mirror writing, can pose challenges for young learners. These reversals often stem from weaknesses in visual processing and working memory, hindering a child’s ability to grasp foundational literacy and numeracy concepts. As educators and parents, addressing these challenges head-on is crucial in supporting children’s academic development.
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