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Author Archives: Linda Craig Dennis
New Year, New Skills: How to Build Strong Pre-Writing Foundations
Learn how to build strong pre-writing foundations in preschool and kindergarten using OT-approved strategies that support handwriting success.
đ Top Christmas Gifts for Toddlers: Fun Strokes Pre-Writing Program-Plus Black Friday Deal 30% Off
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift thatâs fun and supports your toddlerâs 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
Fun Friends: The Ultimate Pre-Writing Tool
If youâve ever worked with little ones who just donât love paper and pencil tasks or pre-writing activities, youâre not alone. As a pediatric occupational therapist, Iâve spent years searching for ways to make handwriting prep more engaging, more meaningful â and most of all, more fun. Thatâs exactly why I created Fun Friends Pre-Writing Buddies, the newest addition to the Fun Strokes Pre-writing Program lineup.
10 Creative Preschool Pre-Writing Activities | Fun Strokes Magnets
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 hereâs the best part â 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.
25 Tips to Help Your Child Get Kindergarten Ready + Free Kindergarten Readiness Checklist
As a pediatric occupational therapist, Iâve worked with countless families to help children build the fine motor, emotional, and pre-academic foundations they need to thrive in school. Kindergarten readiness isnât just about knowing letters and numbersâitâs also about having the motor coordination, independence, and confidence to participate, learn, and grow.
In this post, Iâm sharing 25 practical, developmentally appropriate tips to help your preschooler prepare for kindergarten successâstarting now! From pencil grasp to scissor skills, social development to routines, youâll find easy ways to support your child at home and make the transition smoother for everyone.
Itâs Here! The Ultimate Pre-Writing Resource Just Got Even Better!
I’m beyond excited to officially announce the launch of Fun Strokes Second Edition, a powerful upgrade to the original pre-writing resource thatâs already helped countless kids build the fine motor foundations they need to succeed.
Whether youâre a pediatric OT, a teacher, or a parent supporting your childâs early learning journey, this new edition was made with you (and your little learners!) in mind.
When Should My Child Be Able to Write Their Name? What You Should Know About Readiness First
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 readinessâand that starts with strong pre-writing and fine motor foundations.
đ¸ Strengthen Pre-Writing Skills with This FREE Spring Poke Activity! đ¸
Spring has sprungâand so has a brand-new freebie perfect for building fine motor foundations in a fun and engaging way!
Iâm 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.
The Science Behind Brain Gymâs Cross Crawls: How They Support Executive Functioning, Motor Skills, and Learning
As a pediatric occupational therapist, Iâm always looking for movement-based strategies to support my studentsâ motor skills, focus, and overall learning. One activity that often comes up in conversations about movement and brain development is Brain Gymâs 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.