When we are working with kids in therapy we are often asked by parents what they can do to help their children make improvements towards their goals. My answer is to be consistent and to carryover … [Read more...]
What Influences Gross Motor Development?
I have recently been involved in several discussions with regards to the influences that surround the development of movement. These discussions have been with people of different backgrounds and … [Read more...]
Let’s Play
Here is the latest installment of exercises/games from the Let's Play class we have been running. Simon Says What you need: Imagination What you do: You can play this with one child or several … [Read more...]
No Kid Left Inside – Benefits of Outdoor Play
Here is the last part of my talk. We've talked about why kids aren't outside playing and ideas for how to get them outside playing. In this post I'm going to talk about the benefits of getting them … [Read more...]
No Kid Left Inside – How to Encourage Outdoor Play
Ok, here is part 2 of some of the topics I was going to address in my 'No Kid Left Inside' talk. Once again, the power point is linked at the bottom but if you are unable to access it please let me … [Read more...]