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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.
š Top Christmas Gifts for Toddlers: Fun Strokes Pre-Writing Program-Plus Black Friday Deal 30% Off
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift thatās funĀ andĀ supports your toddlerās development? Something that feels playful but secretly builds the skills they need for preschool, kindergarten, and beyond?
Let me introduce you to theĀ Fun Strokes Pre-Writing Program
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 hereās the best part ā 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, Iāve worked with countless families to help children build the fine motor, emotional, and pre-academic foundations they need to thrive in school. Kindergarten readiness isnāt just about knowing letters and numbersāitās also about having the motor coordination, independence, and confidence to participate, learn, and grow.
In this post, Iām sharing 25 practical, developmentally appropriate tips to help your preschooler prepare for kindergarten successāstarting now! From pencil grasp to scissor skills, social development to routines, youāll find easy ways to support your child at home and make the transition smoother for everyone.
Itās 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 thatās already helped countless kids build the fine motor foundations they need to succeed.
Whether youāre a pediatric OT, a teacher, or a parent supporting your childās early learning journey, this new edition was made withĀ youĀ (and your little learners!) in mind.
šø Strengthen Pre-Writing Skills with This FREE Spring Poke Activity! šø
Spring has sprungāand so has a brand-new freebie perfect for building fine motor foundations in a fun and engaging way!
Iām excited to share theĀ Spring Poke Activity, a FREE download featuringĀ eight cheerful, skill-packed templatesĀ that kids will love. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or therapist, this activity makes supporting essential developmental skills through play easy.
St. Pattyās Day Freebie Fun ā Help the Leprechaun Collect His Gold! šš
Looking for a festive and engaging way to build fine motor and visual skills with your little learners? My St. Patrickās Day Freebie is packed with fun and skill-building activities that will have kids reaching, grasping, and moving while enjoying a little holiday magic!
How Do You Know When Tracing Is The Right Option?
As a pediatric OT,Ā Iām not a huge fan of tracing, sometimes, itās a necessary step to help kids learn how to write. But how do you know when tracing is the right option? Tracing is most effective when…
Why You Should Use Caution When Having Kids Trace
Teaching children how to write is an exciting milestone, but not without challenges. Many parents and educators turn to tracing as a go-to method for teaching kids how to form letters and shapes. However, while tracing may seem straightforward and effective, it can sometimes do more harm than goodāespecially for children with poor visual motor skills.