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Almost 9-year-old holds pencil like a toddler!

My almost 9 year old seems to have reverted back to holding her pencil with her whole hand, almost like a fist. What grip should i use to try to help

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Why Is Wrist Extension Important for Kids?

Find out more about the role wrist extension plays in good handwriting, and try some wrist strengthening exercises for kids.

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Wrist Exercises for Kids

These easy wrist exercises for kids and wrist strengthening activities may improve your childs fine motor skills.

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Why do we see so many postural problems?

I am a teacher and your articles, particularly the essential bases for fine motor development helped clarify for me just which gross motor skills support

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When do we recommend pencil grips to teachers?

A lot of teachers in kindergarten and 1st grade ask for pencil grips. I am not an advocate of this because in kindergarten, kids can still use the strength

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Classroom Tips for Sensory Kids?

Does anyone have any sensory tips for second graders to make their work and focus easier, aside from balls to sit on or weighted lap mats...any tips or

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My seven old is struggling at school

My child is on a IEP at school. She is now seven but i have seen no improvements since she was five. She has great difficulty with writing and also maths

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OT Mom E-books

These OT Mom e-books have been developed specifically for parents and teachers. Full of easy-to-do exercises and activities that can be done at home.

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Core Strengthening Exercises for Kids

This OT Mom e-book offers easy Core Strengthening Exercises for Kids!

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Occupational Therapy Products and Resources Recommended by OT Mom

Access a range of Occupational Therapy products and resources recommended by OT Mom

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