Resources
Learn the Signs. Act Early.
The 'Learn the Signs. Act Early.' initiative by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is designed to assist caregivers and professionals in identifying developmental delays in children from birth to 5 years of age. The program offers a range of free multilingual tools, including checklists, videos, booklets, children's books, and a mobile app, to aid in monitoring and supporting child development. Click below to learn more about this public health initiative and obtain access to the extraordinary tools!
Enhancing and Practicing Executive Function Skills
The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University offers a wonderful resource that explores executive function and self-regulation skills from infancy through adolescence.
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Fine Motor Skills
Between 0 months and 6 years of age, your child will experience a complex series of fine motor developments. Click below to learn what key milestones to watch for.
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Self-Care Skills
Each child's development journey is unique, particularly as they master vital self-care skills such as feeding, dental care, dressing, toileting, and maintaining personal hygiene. We've designed a concise set of milestones to aid you in tracking your child's progress in these areas.
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Visual Motor Skills
Visual motor skills involve coordinating what we see with physical actions. These skills are vital for tasks like writing, reading, drawing, self-care, and sports. Visual motor skills are the bridge between what we see and how we respond physically, making them fundamental for both learning and daily life. Click below to learn more about common visual motor milestones.
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Visual Perception
What is it and in what ways can challenges in this area influence your child’s daily functioning?
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Proximal Stability
Recognizing the connection between proximal stability and distal mobility allows OTs to hone in on a child’s fine motor skills!
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Pre-Writing Strokes
Pre-writing strokes are fundamental lines and shapes that children practice before they learn to write letters and numbers! They are ONE of the building blocks of handwriting.
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Sensory Strategies: Home
Creating a sensory-friendly home can make a world of difference for your child. From calming corners to alerting activities, there's so much we can do to help our little ones thrive.
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School Vision Screening
School vision screenings are great- they can catch basic vision issues and help keep our kids on the right track. But did you know that some visual challenges might still go undetected? An OT can help identify and address these concerns, often working alongside a development optometrist.
