May 2017
Happy Mother's Day!
The month of May finds us edging closer to the end of the school year. It is a busy time in the school building--state testing, annual reviews, student assessments, etc. I have tried to include information and strategies to help with any last minute issues that may pop up. It is never too late to meet a child's needs and to help them reach their full potential!
The month of May finds us edging closer to the end of the school year. It is a busy time in the school building--state testing, annual reviews, student assessments, etc. I have tried to include information and strategies to help with any last minute issues that may pop up. It is never too late to meet a child's needs and to help them reach their full potential!
With fidget spinners being all the rage, here are a few resources/websites that address the purpose of fidget use in the classroom:
- http://www.friendshipcircle.org/blog/2011/10/31/fidgets-what-are-they-and-how-can-they-help/
- http://occupationaltherapychildren.com.au/stop-touching-things-the-role-of-fidget-toys/
- https://www.additudemag.com/fidget-toys-for-adhd/
- https://www.babble.com/parenting/how-fidget-toys-are-helping-kids-with-adhd/
Here are some helpful handwriting resources and handouts:
| f._student_writing_is_too_light_or_too_dark.pdf |
| handwriting_helpful_hints.pdf |
| handwritingproblems.docx |
| handwriting-tips-and-tricks-printable-pack.pdf |
| proper_desk-chair_height.pdf |
| ready_writing_position_picture.pdf |
Here are some helpful sensory processing/integration resources and handouts:
| classroom-desk-exercises-with-images.pdf |
| heavy_work_activities.pdf |
| mhf_sensory_series_for_school_-_vestibular_3._difficulty_sitting_still.pdf |
| sensory_in_the_classroom.pdf |
| sensory_supports_for_the_classroom.pdf |
| sensory-printables-pack.pdf |
Shoe tying handouts and resources:
| onehanded_shoe_tie.pdf |
| shoe_tying.pdf |
| tyinglaces_pip_file.pdf |
