Balloon Volleyball is such a simple game to play that is fun for young and old. It can be played standing up or sitting down, although when sitting down, someone will need to retrieve the balloon when it is out reach. I don’t think I need to say this, but will, just in case. The[Read More]
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Car Mat for Pre-Writing
Young pre-school kids love playing with cars, and they are developing a whole slew of skills while they are playing. It is the perfect activity that is simple, can be self-directed or adult influenced, and every part of the activity works on a skill that is needed in life. When you play on a car[Read More]
Pool Noodle Batting and Hitting Suspended Balls
Pool noodles make great bats, and have several factors that make them perfect for the job in therapy. You can cut them to just the right length for the person using them They are soft so if you get hit by it, it won’t hurt you They are fat, which makes it easier to hold[Read More]
Hammock swing for strengthening
A hammock swing is wonderful for strengthening in many different ways. My favorite position in a hammock swing is prone with just the head and arms sticking out. This position forces weight bearing on the arms, and works on full upper body strengthening as well as core strengthening. I usually place things around under the[Read More]
Kbeu Mom and baby for fine motor skills
I was sent this K-BEU Mom Pillow and baby to try out and see how it works for the clients that I see. I have the Kbeu dad available here, and use it for some higher level kids that need a challenge. I also got a baby when I got the Kbeu dad, and the[Read More]