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Occupational therapy supports more than academic skills. For neurodivergent students, including students with autism, identifying hobbies and leisure interests is an important part of communication, self-regulation, autonomy, and participation—making January’s National Hobby Month a meaningful time for reflection.
Help your kindergarten or first grade child build writing confidence using creative picture prompts! Discover simple ways to support early writing skills at home, even if your child struggles with executive functioning or can’t picture events clearly. Learn how to use story cubes, family photos, and visual writing games to make sentence writing fun and effective. Plus, get an easy, printable picture prompt workbook with 88 seasonal images to inspire storytelling all year long.
Back-to-school season is one of the busiest times of year for occupational therapists working in schools. With changing schedules, new caseloads, and lots of transitions, it’s important to have quick, effective activities ready to go—especially when you’re traveling from school to school like I do.
Writing effective and measurable IEP goals can sometimes feel like an overwhelming task. As occupational therapists, we know what our students need, but putting it into words that meet SMART goal criteria—specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound—takes time and careful thought.
If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a blank screen, struggling to write a goal that truly captures a student’s needs, you’re not alone! AI tools like ChatGPT can help streamline the process, saving time while still allowing you to customize goals for individual students
If mornings in your kindergarten classroom feel a little rushed, unpredictable, or just a lot, you’re not alone. Getting 20+ little learners settled and focused
Managing student behavior in the classroom can be challenging, especially when students struggle with emotional regulation, focus, and self-control. Whether they are off-task, disruptive, distracted, or impulsive, having the right strategies in place can make a significant difference. Below are five effective classroom strategies to support students who need extra help managing their emotions and behaviors.
Easter is just around the corner, and while you’re getting ready for the festivities, you might find yourself with a pile of leftover plastic Easter eggs. But don’t worry—those colorful plastic eggs are more than just for hunting! They can be a great tool for improving focus, attention, and classroom management. Use them for a fun social-emotional learning activity to help your students burn off some energy, re-engage their minds, and practice self-regulation with a fun, active game: Eggsercise!
Many of the teachers I work with love using stations to give students a productive way to start the day. It’s also been an incredibly helpful strategy for me during therapy sessions. These short, easy activities allow me a few precious minutes to organize my day, prepare materials, or catch up on session notes—while my students work on essential fine motor skills.
