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When choosing occupational therapy activities for kids, the goal isn’t to pick from a long list. It’s to identify the everyday skill a child needs to practice. For example: Play dough: hand strength and manipulation Buttoning: dressing independence Blocks: visual-motor skills and coordination Obstacle courses: motor planning and sequencing Sensory activities: participation in challenging routines… Continue reading Occupational Therapy Activities for Kids With Autism: Match the Activity to the Skill

“Occupational therapy is just for handwriting.” That’s a common misconception about pediatric OT. While handwriting can be one reason a child receives OT, it’s only one small part of what OT can address. Pediatric OT applies the therapist’s skill set to everyday challenges like dressing, eating, playing, and learning, and in supporting a routine with… Continue reading Occupational Therapy Explained: What It Helps With, Who It Serves & How Progress Is Measured