Tuesday, May 31, 2016

Yoga4Kids In The Classroom

I love Yoga4Kids in the classroom.  I try and integrate yoga techniques into my classrooms as much as possible. It really helps children understand strategies for self-regulation.



Quote Of The Day!

With Memorial Day Weekend past us now and the school year coming to an end I just wanted to remind all of those school-based occupational therapists out there how fun our job really is!



Tips For Making Handwriting Fun!



Here are some great tips from a HomeSchool mom shares how she makes practicing handwriting fun!




Go Noodle



Here is a short video about Go Noodle a great interactive website that gets kids moving!  It 's a wonderful tool to use when your students need a quick movement break or when there has to be indoor recess.  There are also opportunities to use yoga ,mindfulness and coordination exercises.





Monday, May 30, 2016

Apple's Short Film about Dillon a Non-Verbal Teenager with Autism


This is a beautiful short film about Dillon, a non-verbal teenager with Autism.  We often times misinterpret what our students or children understand when they do not have the ability to communicate.  Technology is providing a voice to these children, what a wonderful gift.



The Role of Occupational Therapy and Autism

The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) outlines an occupational therapists role when working with children with Autism.



The Flame Band

All of the band members of the Flame Band have a disability; here is an incredible video that showcases the talents of these individuals.