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Looking for the perfect Christmas gift that’s fun and supports your toddler’s development? Something that feels playful but secretly builds the skills they need for preschool, kindergarten, and beyond?
Let me introduce you to the Fun Strokes Pre-Writing Program
If you’ve ever worked with little ones who just don’t love paper and pencil tasks or pre-writing activities, you’re not alone. As a pediatric occupational therapist, I’ve spent years searching for ways to make handwriting prep more engaging, more meaningful — and most of all, more fun. That’s exactly why I created Fun Friends Pre-Writing Buddies, the newest addition to the Fun Strokes Pre-writing Program lineup.
Are you searching for preschool fine motor activities, kindergarten readiness ideas, or fun ways to support pre-writing skills at home and in the classroom? The Fun Strokes Pre-Writing Magnet Set is already a favorite among preschool teachers, occupational therapists, and parents who want to make handwriting prep both hands-on and effective.
But here’s the best part — these magnets can do so much more! You can use them to create playful, skill-building activities that support fine motor development, visual-motor integration, and handwriting readiness in ways kids love.
Here are 10 creative and developmentally appropriate preschool activities that will breathe new life into your pre-writing sessions.
As a pediatric occupational therapist, I’ve worked with countless families to help children build the fine motor, emotional, and pre-academic foundations they need to thrive in school. Kindergarten readiness isn’t just about knowing letters and numbers—it’s also about having the motor coordination, independence, and confidence to participate, learn, and grow.
In this post, I’m sharing 25 practical, developmentally appropriate tips to help your preschooler prepare for kindergarten success—starting now! From pencil grasp to scissor skills, social development to routines, you’ll find easy ways to support your child at home and make the transition smoother for everyone.
I’m beyond excited to officially announce the launch of Fun Strokes Second Edition, a powerful upgrade to the original pre-writing resource that’s already helped countless kids build the fine motor foundations they need to succeed.
Whether you’re a pediatric OT, a teacher, or a parent supporting your child’s early learning journey, this new edition was made with you (and your little learners!) in mind.
s your child getting ready for kindergarten? You may be wondering: Should they already know how to write their name? While it’s a common milestone parents look for, name-writing success is less about age and more about readiness—and that starts with strong pre-writing and fine motor foundations.
Spring has sprung—and so has a brand-new freebie perfect for building fine motor foundations in a fun and engaging way!
I’m excited to share the Spring Poke Activity, a FREE download featuring eight cheerful, skill-packed templates that kids will love. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or therapist, this activity makes supporting essential developmental skills through play easy.
As a pediatric occupational therapist, I’m always looking for movement-based strategies to support my students’ motor skills, focus, and overall learning. One activity that often comes up in conversations about movement and brain development is Brain Gym’s Cross Crawls. While Brain Gym as a whole is not evidence-based, cross crawls themselves are well-supported by research and can be a fantastic tool for improving coordination, attention, executive functioning, and motor skills.
Looking for a festive and engaging way to build fine motor and visual skills with your little learners? My St. Patrick’s Day Freebie is packed with fun and skill-building activities that will have kids reaching, grasping, and moving while enjoying a little holiday magic!
As a pediatric occupational therapist, handwriting concerns are one of the most common reasons for referrals. When assessing these challenges, I often start by evaluating a child’s visual perceptual skills. Time and time again, I’ve noticed that difficulties with visual closure play a significant role in their struggles.
