I've been working with several kids on running skills and since I'm training for a marathon I've had ample mileage to really look at and analyze some of the components of running! When a child goes … [Read more...]
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W-Sitting Revisited
I have decided to post again regarding one of my more controversial topics: w-sitting. W-sitting is a very natural form of floor sitting just like tailor (crisscross cross applesauce) sitting, ring … [Read more...]
‘Spiderman’ Climbing
Climbing is a great way for kids to work on core muscle strength, balance, motor planning, coordination, visual focus and attention. Notice in the video how he has to attend to where to place his … [Read more...]
Top 10 Blog Posts of 2010
Its the end of the year and its time for my Top 10 Blog Posts of 2010. Based on readership these were the posts that got the most views this past year. If you want to compare to last year check out … [Read more...]
Gross Motor Development vs Fine Motor Development
Common questions I get when people hear about what I do is, 'What's the difference between fine motor and gross motor?' or 'What's the difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy and … [Read more...]