by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Nov 27, 2023 | OT Perspective, Resources, Seasonal |
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays are upon us and it’s time to start shopping for everyone on your list. As you are shopping, you may want to purchase gifts that are not only fun but also have a therapeutic benefit. This year, I...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Nov 13, 2023 | OT Perspective, Resources, Sensory |
As an OT, I am always looking for ways to meet my students’ sensory needs. Many of my classrooms have adopted various flexible seating options as one way to support students, which often include separate pieces of furniture such as wobble chairs, ball chairs,...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Oct 30, 2023 | Art & Fine Motor, OT Perspective, Resources |
As Halloween approaches, I have been having a lot of fun engaging my students in themed activities. Often, these include art projects that are not just adorable, but also have therapeutic benefits. Today, I want to share my favorite Halloween art project that you...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Oct 9, 2023 | OT Perspective, Resources, Sensory |
Now that we have the environmental setup as well as the policies and procedures, let’s talk about the tools and activities that can be useful in a sensory room. It is a good idea to have a variety of options in your sensory room to meet the needs of all students. ...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Sep 25, 2023 | OT Perspective, Sensory |
In order for a sensory room to be effective as a space to promote regulation, there must be policies and procedures in place for staff and students. A visit to the sensory room, if not utilized appropriately, could wind up causing more dysregulation. Today, let’s...
