Claire Soden, Fine Motor Skills Consultant

Consider this if you've found yourself telling your children not to go up a slide

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What is crossing the midline and why is crossing the midline so important in child development? Find out, plus get a printable handout with 20 activity ideas!

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Pencil Grasp Activities: 20 FUN Ideas for Kids

Young children develop their pencil grasp through repeated practice. However, practicing over and over again with just a pencil is certainly not the answer. Use these simple and FUN activities to improve pencil grasp in children of all ages.

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There is more to legible writing than just forming letters and placing them on the writing lines. Underlying skills are the building blocks of handwriting. Read about these skill components here: https://www.theottoolbox.com/a-complete-guide-to-handwriting/

The Basics of Pre-Writing Lines & Shapes

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Simple and effective fidget!!

Check out this super simple idea for how to make your own pencil fidgets! You may already have the materials in your desk or storage cabinet!

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Helping kiddos work in their bilateral coordination is always so much fun! PM me if you have any questions about your child’s coordination!

What is crossing the midline and why is crossing the midline so important in child development? Find out, plus get a printable handout with 20 activity ideas!

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I wanted to share this fine motor ideas page that I made for you!

Fine motor skills are so important in day to day life. Working with tape is a fantastic way to improve a child's hand strength and finger dexterity. Plus . . . a great bonus . . . Kids LOVE playing with tape. It's just fun!
I hope you enjoy trying these activities!

Check out this info on Bilateral coordination. It affects so many areas of the day such as dressing and playing.
Connect with me if you have any concerns regarding your child and we can book some 1:1 sessions for the new year.

Bilateral Integration - The OT Toolbox Bilateral integration information and ideas to build bilateral coordination skills in kids. These occupational therapy activities are so fun!

This a great read! Lots of information. If you have concerns regarding your child’s fine motor skills, please reach out and we can arrange some private sessions to help your child reach their film potential.

What is the connection between fine motor skills and academics? Discover the importance of fine motor skills with academics like reading!

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Really great information about writing/playing on a vertical surface!

Why Kids Should Work on a Vertical Surface

"Learn more about the benefits of working on a vertical surface and find some creative ways for kids to work in this position!"

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