by Gina Russell, B.S , M.Ed | May 12, 2022 | Adapted Books, Resources, Tutorials & Tours |
As an Infants & Toddlers special education teacher, I feel so privileged to work as the frontline of young learners first experience with skill acquisition. I really do get to see where it all begins! I love using child-led play, daily routines, and structured...
by Holly Bueb | May 10, 2022 | Behavior, Interventions, Resources |
Sometimes, towards the end of the school year, student behaviors can increase. Maybe bad habits have formed, students know the end of the year is close or maybe even they are just developing age-appropriate rebellious behaviors as they are getting older. Whatever the...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | May 9, 2022 | Art & Fine Motor, Resources |
As a school-based OT, I am always looking for ways to embed motor and sensory opportunities into academic activities. Task card activities can be a quick and easy way to work on a variety of skills. The Autism Helper has a wide variety of options, including the Life...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Apr 25, 2022 | Art & Fine Motor, Resources |
Having adequate hand strength is essential in order to perform many daily skills. Check out this post for more about hand strength and a few activity ideas to get you started. Today, I want to highlight 3 additional easy hand strengthening activities that you can...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Apr 11, 2022 | Resources |
There are a variety of ways that school based therapists can support students and teams. Check out this overview post here! Today, I want to specifically talk about the push-in model of therapy services. This term describes therapy services that are provided within...
by Stephanie Kennedy, M.Ed | Apr 8, 2022 | Resources, Spring |
Happy Spring from Virginia! Spring is finally here in Virginia – for my family that means long walks to the dog park and spending our Saturdays at the local farmer’s market – it’s one of our favorite times of year! But, picking out what...
