Let’s talk about Motor planning!
Motor planning refers to the ability to conceive, plan, and carry out a skilled, non-habitual motor act in the correct…
Is it still important for children to learn handwriting?
In this day and age of laptops, smart phones and tablets we make use of technology on a daily basis…
What are some things I should look out for if I think my child may be Tactile Defensive?
Tactile Defensiveness is something that we often see in Occupational Therapy private practices. Parents often aren't sure how to tell…
Activity Idea: Learning numbers or letters
If your child is having any difficulties with learning their letters or numbers, this is a great way to practice…
Play is Learning for Kids!
It seems that nowadays children have to grow up very quickly and gone are the days of spending hours…
Group Games for Children
Group activities are a great way of stimulating appropriate social skills. They provide opportunities for turn-taking, sharing, communicating and following…
Pencil Grip
The first thing I want to mention is that there is no PERFECT pencil grip. What we really want is…
The Importance of Touch Article
The sense of touch is such an important role-player in the development of both gross and fine motor skills. It…
What is the importance of play?
Children achieve optimal learning through PLAY and therefore they should be exposed to a variety of different opportunities in different…