Blog
Category: Activities & Ideas
17
Feb 2020
Let’s Get Back to Nature
Children are spending less than an hour a day involved in outdoor and nature play when not so long ago the average was five hours! Find out how nature play benefits the whole family.
20
Jan 2020
Surf, Sand, Sun, Sensory Skills and Smiles
The natural environment of the beach has so many benefits on development and social and emotional wellbeing. Check out some great activity ideas...
23
Dec 2019
Coping with Christmas Festivities
Christmas is a fantastic time of year but for some it can present challenges with changes of routines and sensory overloading events.
05
Aug 2019
Putting the Pieces Back Together in the Classroom
Puzzles are so important for skill development but seem to be missing from our homes and classrooms today. Learn why everyone needs to get puzzling...
09
Jul 2019
Everyday Therapy
What can I do with all this random junk? What can I use at home to work on my child’s therapy goals?
15
May 2019
The Best School Holidays Ever
Attention to all parents of school aged children, dread school holidays no more! We've got you covered for any ocassion.
15
Apr 2019
I Want to Ride My Bicycle
Bike riding is another great Occupational Therapy activity for development. Check out our tips on how to help teach your child...
13
Feb 2019
The Never Ending Benefits of Playgrounds
With so many amazing playgrounds around SA, there has never been a better time to explore and teach your children to learn through play...
21
Jan 2019
Creative Play Inspired with Busy Boxes
What exactly are busy boxes? A treasure trove kept in a container that is simple, easy, fun and provides endless engagement, entertainment and mostly importantly from an OT perspective, skill developm ...
12
Dec 2018
Christmas Gifts That Keep on Giving
Want to know you're supporting your kids development this Christmas? Check out our latest blog for a comprehensive list of fabulous gifts with OT benefits too!
08
Jan 2018
Social Skills - The Building Blocks for Life
Learn why social skills are so important for a child and how you can help them develop these life skills...
13
Nov 2017
OT Tips for the Classroom
Does your child to struggle to concentrate at school? Read on for some great tips on how to help them...
24
Oct 2017
Picture, Picture!
We use visual cues every day, but how can these help children in learning? You'd be amazed! Check out our blog for more!
20
May 2016
The Secrets to the Mystery of Sensory Processing
Auditory, visual, touch, smell, movement, body, position and oral.