Debbie's Blog
Writing with Vibration to Wake Up the Hand Muscles
Posted by Guest Blogger Katie Zelinski, The Well Balanced OT on 2nd Mar 2020
This informative guest blog comes to us occupational therapist Katie Zelinski from The Well Balanced OT.
As a pediatric Occupational Therapist I am always looking to add items to my “
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Beefing Up Muscle Memory with the Tran-Quill Vibrating Pencil
Posted by Guest Blogger Jenn Choi on 10th Jun 2019
This fantastic guest post comes to us from Jenn Choi. .
One of the most enjoyable parts of my job is that I have the privilege of trying out new gadgets that help kids in school. We c
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Building a Therapy Lego Wall
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 31st Mar 2016
A lego wall is a very simple DIY project that packs a ton of therapeutic benefit. To assemble: simply attach a lego board to a wall. Mine is from at least 20 years ago so I don't
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Vertical Velcro Pull for Finger, Hand, & Shoulder Strengthening
13th Aug 2015
This vertical pulling activity is a simple way for your little ones to work on upper extremity strength in their shoulders, wrists, and hands.
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Directions:
1. Cut 3 strips o
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10 Fine Motor Exercises with Putty & Play Dough
27th Jul 2015
Putty, play dough, and other hand manipulatives are classic occupational therapy tools for fine motor work and sensory play. Not only are they fun, but they can also be used to work on a whol
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