If any of these describe your child...
- Easily distractedÂ
- Struggles with following directions
- Difficulty in school despite being bright and curious
- Difficulty following directions
- Has difficulty with reading/ writing
- Frequent meltdowns that aren't easily soothed
- Has any of these diagnoses (confirmed or suspected): ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dyslexia, Sensory Processing Disorder, Dyspraxia/ motor planning challenges, AnxietyÂ
- Receives or needs these services: Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, Reading Intervention, Special Education Services, Behavioral support servicesÂ
AÂ FOCUS IN 15ÂŽÂ Routine Can Help
DINO STOMPS TO BEAT
Magical Metronomes
If you donât have balance stones like the ones shown here, you can use throw pillows instead. To make this activity more challenging, have them step backward or laterally (but not until they have mastered the stepping to the metronome). Remember, start with a slow metronome and increase as they improve.
BOB AND WEAVE
A Balanced Brain!
Slowly move the object lower as you have your child âbob and weaveâ (pool noodle, or use your own arm as the object). Donât have a wobble board? Use a pool noodle or broomstick and have them âlimboâ under.                           Â
WINDMILL GRABS
Midline MagicÂ
You could use clothespins or anything else hereâŚstickers that easily peel off, paper clips on bottom seam of pants etc. Participate with your child and see who can get the most into a bucket in 30 seconds. This is also a great opportunity to work on those fine motor skills (by using something like the clothespins).
THE STUFFY CRAWL
Primitive Movements
The goal here is to keep the stuffy/doll/toy of interest on back while crawling. Make it a relay or have them crawl through a tunnel or under a painter's tape âbridgeâ for added motivation! The goal here is slow controlled crawling. Â