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A GOOD WAY TO ENCOURAGE CROSSING THE MIDLINE "When encouraging 'crossing the midline,' we look at a child's ability to rotate at the trunk to use their right ha...nd in the sphere of the 'left side of the body' and their left hand in the sphere of the "right side of the body." https://www.yourkidsot.com//crossing-the-midline-with-rain

POWERFUL IMAGE TO HELP REMIND US TO INTERACT WITH OUR KIDS MORE THROUGHOUT THE DAY Being parents, especially stay-at-home moms and dads, can be very tough, but ...it's important to remember all things in moderation. Working on developing those social skills with our kids by talking and playing with them throughout the day can enhance their speech and language, social interactions, communication, problem solving skills, executive function and so much more. Staying in tune with those important relationships can really enhance your child's learning development. Keep up the good work parents! See more

OFFERING CHILDREN CONTROLLED CHOICES CAN HAVE MANY BENEFITS Letting children make choices can start at an early age which, gives them the opportunity to be part of making decisions.

SO TRUE! JUST ONE MORE REASON TO START LEARNING DEVELOPMENT EARLY Another reason to change the brain early in a child's life with more movement, cross-patterning exercises, sensory integration and gross motor/fine motor activities.

LOOKING FOR CREATIVE WAYS TO GET KIDS TO PUT PEN TO PAPER AND WRITE? Here is a 30 day writing calendar that includes fun writing prompts to get kids writing! https://childhood101.com/kids-writing-prompts/

WHAT'S BEHIND SLOUCHED POSTURE? If your child has poor posture, there may be a reason why. How it can impact your child's learning in the classroom. https://www.theottoolbox.com/Chair-Posture-While-Writing-S/

SO MANY DEVELOPMENTAL MILESTONES ARE MET WHEN A BABY IS ON THE FLOOR AND ON THEIR TUMMY This illustration and explanation gives important details of why floor a...nd tummy time are important for development and building strength. Here's what you can find on Mommy Academy: Development, strength and milestones happens on the floor! Tummy time helps build so many muscles, sensory outputs and skills that they will need to get to the next milestones in their motor development journey. Don't skip this step - it's the foundation for everything! Tummy time helps build: Balance (vestibular sense) Neck & back muscles Visual tracking Arm & wrist strength Core strength Flexor muscles Spinal strength Familiarity with gravity Mommy Academy goes into this in detail in Remarkable Infants with lots of tips on how to bring in more play to make this a more enjoyable experience for your little one. Soooo does your little one like tummy time?? Did you discover any tricks that made it a more enjoyable experience for you little one? DO TELL! https://mommy-academy.com/

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Anyone else like to walk barefoot?

This is a powerful image!

Great thought for back to school time!

FUN IDEAS WHILE EXPLORING AND EXPERIENCING THE PARK Here are some great suggestions of things to look for and do at the park while working the sensory and motor systems! https://hikeitbaby.com//kids-parks-day-ideas-enjoying-park/

TEACHING CHILDREN TO COOK IS A LIFETIME SKILL WITH SO MANY FAR REACHING BENEFITS Who would have thought that learning to cook can enhance skills in reading, math, following directions, problem solving, fine motor and working together.

A GREAT OUTDOOR SENSORY EXPERIENCE Kids need more sensory experiences to help with their learning and growth.

DOES YOUR CHILD STRUGGLE WITH VISUAL PROCESSING? Children with visual processing issues often struggle with visual memory, visual-motor skills and processing wh...at they see, which can affect their reading, tracking, writing and math abilities. What you may see in your child. https://ilslearningcorner.com/2016-05-how-to-recognize-a-v/

Get outside, my friends! It sure is worth your time.

Are you old school? =)

WHY ARE MINDFUL TRACING ACTIVITIES GOOD FOR THE BRAIN? Here are just a few reasons why tracing activities can help your child's brain grow and develop for higher learning concepts. https://ilslearningcorner.com/2019-05-rewire-the-brain-est/

A YOUNGER CHILD'S HAND ON THE LEFT AND AN OLDER CHILD'S HAND ON THE LEFT Play helps to build fine motor hand muscles. Coloring, beading, drawing, cutting and so... many more "hands on" activities! Mindful Moments Preschool & Before/After School Care

Never look down on anyone....we are all just people...be kind always :)

Who remembers doing this? I haven't seen kids do this in ages..have you?

THE WAY WE SAY THINGS CAN HAVE SUCH AN IMPACT Using words in a positive way can make such a difference to kids, especially now!

HEAVY WORK FOR FINGERS, HANDS AND JOINTS There are exercises you can do to prepare your child for handwriting or to improve sloppy or delayed handwriting skills. https://www.yourkidsot.com/bl/heavy-work-for-little-fingers

Thank you! ... to all the Moms of the world who had done their very BEST to inspired us to be the people that we are today.

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT THE EARLY ADOLESCENT YEARS AND THE CHALLENGES THEY FACE The teenage years can be complicated with changes occurring in the brain and body whi...le trying to figure out where they fit in. This time of growth brings on new challenges with emotional development and social interactions. See more

DO YOU KNOW THE STAGES OF PENCIL GRASP? Each child develops differently, however, this is a great guide to know if your child is falling behind or need addition...al work on pencil grasp. It gives some great suggestions on your child's development. http://www.nclexquiz.com/pencil-grasp-reference-cheat-sheet/

BEST BRAIN BREAK SONGS FOR KIDS If you are trying to get your kids to do more brain breaks, here are some great songs to get them motivated and ready. https://preschoolinspirations.com/brain-break-dance-songs/

HOW TO USE SIMON SAYS TO HELP YOUR KIDS MOVE Move your body to match the exact same body positions as the picture cards. This Simon Says packet includes 68 body... position cards, 13 Simon Says Stop cards and 25 game ideas to use with the Simon Says cards. SIMON SAYS PACKET: https://www.yourtherapysource.com/product/simon-says/?ref=4 (aff)

GRAPHIC SHOWING SKILLS NEEDED FOR DEVELOPING PENCIL CONTROL AND PENCIL GRASP So many skills need to be in place for a child to achieve pencil control used for handwriting. https://thehappyhandwriter.co.za/improve-pencil-control/

WHAT DOES THE SCIENCE SAY ABOUT SCREEN TIME LEARNING What is the result of online learning and virtual classrooms? https://www.theottoolbox.com/research-on-screen-time-for-k/

WHAT RED FLAGS TO WATCH FOR WITH VISUAL TRACKING If your child struggles with reading and other areas of learning development, here is a few red flags to watch for. If you need help, here is a great visual resource below as well. https://transactions.sendowl.com/stores/11289/20380 (aff)