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Signs My Child Has a Handwriting Problem

Learning to write sentences and words correctly and clearly is an essential focus for children in their elementary school years. All younger children have some difficulty when trying to perfect their penmanship. But, if you notice your child’s handwriting is unclear or distorted consistently, that could be due to a learning disability known as dysgraphia and you’ll […]

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Fine Motor Skills

The Power of Pointing

Pointing is far more than simply a cute thing a baby does. It marks a significant milestone in your child’s development and visual perception skills. Why Learning to Point is Important Between the ages of nine and 12 months, your baby should finally be able to let you know about their feelings, thoughts and ideas. They do […]

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Fine Motor Skills Occupational Therapy

What is Bilateral Coordination and Why Is It Important for My Child

Bilateral coordination is the ability to coordinate each side of your body together in an organized and controlled manner. For instance, you stabilize paper with one hand as you’re cutting or writing with the other. Good bilateral coordination/integration indicates both sides of your brain are effectively communicating and sharing information. Why is Bilateral Coordination Important? […]

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Fine Motor Skills

Benefits of Kaleidograph

Kaleidograph is a game, toy and a puzzle.  Esentially, it’s a geometry toy that is also a creative design tool for quilters, artists and just about anyone who enjoys creating colorful patterns. It’s also great for children with special needs and helps build their visual perception skills. You can display the cards as artwork, use them as […]

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Fine Motor Skills

Play-Doh Activities and Their Benefits

Play-Doh activities are the perfect way to assist in the development of your child’s fine motor skills. It also helps with bilateral coordination skills too. There are numerous benefits of having your child play with Play-Doh. Benefits of Play-Doh Activities 1. Provides a Good Sensory Experience Play-Doh offers a great sensory medium, helping kids struggling with sensory […]

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