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I Spy Ice Cream
Summer is here! My two favorite things are summer and ice cream. What better way to honor these two things than a FREE I Spy Ice Cream printout! Just because the kids are out of school, there is no reason to stop working on essential skills. If you’re looking for a summer occupational therapy activity,…
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Ice Cube Jump and Smash
This ice cube jump and smash is a great ice play activity with major sensory benefits. The heavy work built through smashing ice cubes or jumping on ice cubes is huge! Plus, kids love the novelty of this sensory motor activity. Let’s break this activity down… This was originally an activity we did during the…
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Jellyfish Art and Craft Ideas
Looking for a few jellyfish art and craft ideas to create with a beach theme? Today, we’ve got a collection of creative jellyfish crafts, jellyfish handprints, and fun themed activities to build skills. Whether you are heading to the beach or planning a beach themed summer camp, these craft ideas are for you! Add these ideas to…
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Brain Break Games
Brain break games are another brain break activity that is great for all ages. You can use movement games that are age-appropriate to meet the needs of preschoolers, middle schoolers, elementary school, students, high school students, and even beyond. And this blog post will discuss games that act as brain breaks and can be used…
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Prone Extension Activities
Prone extension… this is a topic that comes up often when talking about occupational therapy activities! So often, we see kiddos who struggle with sensory modulation, core strength and core stability, body awareness, endurance, sensory processing needs. Prone extension activities can help strengthen and address other areas like those mentioned, and more. Below, you’ll find…
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Outdoor Sensory Path Ideas
Now that the weather has started to get warmer, you might be looking for some outside activities. I know a lot of people have 101 reasons not to go outside (too hot, too cold, pollen, etc.) but being outdoors provides such great sensory input. Without adding any activities, the outdoors provides natural input; there is…
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Summer OT Programs
Is it summer break yet? This is what all the school based occupational therapy providers and teachers are asking. Whether you are working in a school system or with children who go to school, you are going to want some great summer programs to offer. Summer activities can range from seated table worksheets, chores, arts…
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Actividades de integración bilateral
La integración bilateral es un área que los niños necesitan para muchas tareas… pero no es un hito del desarrollo que destaque a menos que se note necesariamente un problema. Desde escribir y sujetar el papel, hasta sostener un proyecto artístico y cortar con tijeras, pasando por cerrar la cremallera de una chaqueta, coordinar ambos…
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Sensory Meltdowns
Overcoming sensory meltdowns can be a real challenge. For parents in a household where sensory challenges are common, having an understanding of what’s really going on with self-regulation and sensory processing is even better. Today, I have information on sensory overload meltdowns as well as a powerful tool for addressing this sensory need in families,…
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Soap Shaving Bookmark Craft
This is a fun activity we did many years ago, and I keep coming back to it. Using soap shavings as a fine motor tool can open the door to motor planning, bilateral coordination, and functional experiences for kids. At The OT Toolbox, we believe in hands-on activities that promote fine motor skills, sensory exploration,…
