The importance of hand-eye coordination
What is hand-eye coordination? Hand-eye coordination refers to the ability to use both our eyes and hands at the same time while performing actions and carrying out activities. It brings …
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Why is my child’s handwriting so messy?
When a child’s handwriting is messy, the typical assumption would be that the child is lazy or careless. In truth, messy handwriting is often caused by challenges with motor skills. …
Classroom Movement Breaks
For most children, the majority of their school day is spent sitting still at their desks. The only times they are able to move their bodies, is usually during physical …
Importance of Crossing the Midline
Imagine that an invisible line runs down the centre of your body, dividing your left and right sides. That’s your ‘midline.’ When you reach across your midline with an arm …
Vestibular Disorders in Children
It is normal for growing children to trip and fall, but if there are persistent issues with a child’s balance, it may indicate a disruption in their vestibular system. The …
Getting them engaged with you!
“He doesn’t really play with a toy for long and moves on to another thing quickly.” “I have to repeat my instructions over and over to get her to do …
Hand dominance and why it’s important
What is hand dominance? Hand dominance is defined as the consistent favouring of one hand over the other for complex activities that require skills. This would include tasks such as …