Did you know that scissor skills are an important milestone in childhood development? Cutting with scissors helps to build hand strength, develop hand-eye coordination, improve bilateral coordination, and improve attention to tasks. Additionally, while using scissors the child is improving visual…
7 Water Play Activities – The Ultimate Sensory Experience for Kids
It’s a hot summer day, what better way to cool off than with some water play! Water play is a great open-ended, sensory-rich experience for children of all ages. Whether your toddler loves getting soaked from head to toe or…
Top 10 Building Toys for Kids – Fun STEM Activities
Experts agree educational toys or fun STEM activities benefit your growth, development, and mindset. Specifically, building toys for kids kicks playtime up a notch to help a child in several ways: Improve learning Encourage fine motor skills Inspire creativity Enhance…
5 Occupational Therapy Scooter Board Activities
My favorite toys and pieces of equipment are those that are open-ended, lending themselves to a variety of therapeutic and playful uses. An occupational therapy scooter board is one such piece of equipment! The scooter board can be used either…
35 Best Kids Books About Disabilities to Embrace Differences
Here are 35 of the best children’s books about disabilities to embrace differences through encouragement and inspiration. This list includes an array of children’s books that demonstrate the interactions and outcomes of disabled characters. Other stories portray a disability from…
20 Best Melissa and Doug Magnetic Toys for Toddlers
Magnetic toys for toddlers are a wonderful interactive activity to keep kids entertained and engaged. It’s a good toy to add to your child’s collection. So you may be wondering ‘Why?” Magnetic play enhances important skillsets like: Creativity Fine motor…
8 Super Fun Activities for Kids with Cerebral Palsy to Improve Skills
Activities for kids with cerebral palsy to encourage movement can drastically improve a child’s skills both physically and mentally over time. But what things should you do? There are many activities to benefit your child focused on: Fine motor skills…
Sensory Activities for Infants | 8 FUN Baby-Safe Ideas
Sensory activities for infants is an exciting way to let your precious one explore and investigate the world around them. It’s a win-win solution to allowing them to develop their five senses (touch, taste, smell, sound, sight) while enhancing their…