by Skill Point Therapy | Jun 9, 2025 | Fine Motor Skills
Increasing preschool readiness involves helping children develop the fine motor skills, including those in their hands and fingers, necessary for everyday tasks. At our therapy centers, we use DIRFloortime—a fun, child-led approach that feels like play. Kids stay...
by Skill Point Therapy | Jun 8, 2025 | DIR/Floortime
Not all pediatric therapies work the same way—and that’s a good thing. As a pediatric occupational therapist with over 20 years of experience, I’ve seen how powerful a child-led approach can be. DIR/Floortime is my favorite because it follows the...
by Skill Point Therapy | Jun 7, 2025 | Autism Spectrum Disorder
Repetitive behaviors, like tics and stimming, are key characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). These behaviors, which include motor, sensory, and cognitive repetitions, function as coping mechanisms, aiding persons with ASD in managing erratic, unpredictable...
by Skill Point Therapy | Jun 6, 2025 | Fine Motor Skills
Engaging handwriting games can significantly improve children’s fine motor skills. Activities like shaping letters with playdough foster creativity while developing dexterity, which is crucial for handwriting. Games that require precise movements, such as...
by Skill Point Therapy | Jun 6, 2025 | Fine Motor Skills
Bead threading significantly enhances children’s fine motor skills by strengthening the finger muscles essential for everyday tasks, such as buttoning and tying shoelaces. This activity promotes hand-eye coordination and object manipulation, providing a solid...
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