Let's Get Creative With Handwriting at Home!

Looking for some fun ways to practice handwriting at home? Not all children love the idea of pencil to paper and we definitely can think outside the lines with the activities on today’s blog!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoMarch 10, 2021Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Handwriting Apps, Handwriting

Guest Blog: What is Constraint Induced Movement Therapy?

Have you heard of Constraint Induced Movement Therapy? Did you know this is an intensive program for children to support them in utilizing both upper extremities during tasks? Find out who this program would benefit!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoOctober 5, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Handwriting, Constraint Induced Movement Therapy, CIMT, Shoe Tying, Activities of Daily Living

An Occupational Therapist's Favorite Handwriting Apps

Are you looking for apps you can use on a tablet or iPad that will offer your child a break from traditional handwriting with paper and pencil? Our Pediatric Occupational Therapist has created a list of her favorite handwriting apps!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoSeptember 14, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Handwriting, Handwriting Apps

Fine Motor Activities at Home

Are you looking for fun, fine motor activities that you can do with your children with everyday items around the house? Our pediatric occupational therapist shares 10 activities you can do with your child today!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoMay 14, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Activities of Daily Living, Handwriting, Problem Solving

Let's Talk About Bubbles

Did you know that bubbles are a great way to not only have fun with your child, but can also support your child in meeting important developmental milestones? Check out one simple toy can be used in a variety of ways!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoFebruary 4, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Activities of Daily Living, Handwriting, Problem Solving

How Can I Support My Child's Handwriting?

Handwriting is an activity that children start to learn about as soon as they grasp a marker and try to color on the wall. There are different milestones at each developmental stage that support your child’s success with this important skill! Find out more, plus tips on how to guide your child’s handwriting from our pediatric occupational therapist!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoJanuary 21, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Activities of Daily Living, Handwriting, Problem Solving