Kids Master Skills BLOG

First, what is echolalia? Echolalia is the repetition of words and phrases that SEEM irrelevant but may be meaningful to children. When...

A two-week holiday at home shouldn't interrupt a child's fine motor skill development. In this blog post I have put together two pages...

In order to understand why children with autism may be loud, we must consider the perspective of autistic individuals themselves. Some...

Are you looking for Halloween-themed activities that are perfect for either teletherapy on in-person sessions with parents, therapists,...

This video shares a FREE one-page PDF download for telehealth or in-person that shows you how to address fine motor skill, visual...

Did you know that autistic children and teens frequently present with auditory processing challenges? Too often, I meet with clients or...

These times are so busy for EVERYONE. Parents included, with their schedules maxed out and everyone's patience on edge. And we feel for...

As an occupational therapist, I love directed drawing activities! In this video, I share some great, evidence-based reasons why children...

Over the past month, my feelings about our situation have shifted from frightened to optimistic to sad to frustrated. I worry for my...

In this blog post I am sharing ways to work on five skill areas using simple, everyday objects that all families should have.

Today children spend more and more time on devices. And research shows that this trend is negatively impacting children's fine motor...

Working on a vertical surface with kids is a wonderful way to improve several skills. Raising the arm, lowering the arm, and holding it...

Working buttons on clothing is a challenge. This task requires good visual attention, coordinated two-handed skills, and the cognitive...

Activities that are meaningful and motivating to children are vital to encourage their participation. When children are interested in...

We've all been baffled by a child who seems to have mastered a skill one day, such as tying the laces on their shoes, but seems to...

What are five top fine motor activities for Halloween?

Amy Laurent is an occupational therapist who is helping the world to treat children and adults with autism with more respect. This is...

"You look into the eyes of this little boy and you knew something was there." When Al Roker's son was three years old, Al and his wife...

Occupational therapy can be described as "Skills for the job of living". Here is an in-depth look at OT at a hospital in Ohio, US.

While physical therapists work to improve balance, gait, and strength, occupational therapists work to put meaning and occupation back...