Little House Therapy Clinic

06/03/2026

My heart breaks when missed spelling words are because of handwriting issues!

Handwriting problems like missed spelling words because of illegible letters, homework lists that can't be read, and other functional writing issues can be a real challenge. Here are common handwriting struggles and how to support these areas in the classroom:
https://www.theottoolbox.com/handwriting-problems/

06/03/2026

💛 Lower your voice, raise their attention.
When we yell, a child’s brain shifts into survival mode.
But when we move closer and speak softly, their nervous system stays calm and calm brains listen better.
✨ Try this instead of shouting:
✔ Walk closer
✔ Get to their eye level
✔ Say gently: “I need your listening ears.”

🧠 Calm parents raise calm listeners.
Save this for later & share with a parent who needs this reminder 🤍

02/03/2026

Play is never “just” play.💙

02/03/2026

Boost little hands with fun activities! 🖐️✨

From bead threading to picking up marbles, these 6 simple exercises help kids strengthen fingers, improve hand-eye coordination, and develop fine motor skills—all while having fun! 💪🎨

27/02/2026

What executive functioning challenges may look like in a child... https://ilslearningcorner.com/2015-08-3-smart-visual-planning-charts-for-unorganized-kids/

27/02/2026

Parallel play is part of development. Here are tips and strategies and WHY this important play process matters: https://www.theottoolbox.com/support-social-skills-through-parallel-play/

26/02/2026

26/02/2026

24/02/2026

24/02/2026

Supports we offer in pediatric OT include:

Regulation tools- https://www.theottoolbox.com/zones-of-regulation-activities/
Co-regulation- https://www.theottoolbox.com/co-regulation/
Mindfulness- https://www.theottoolbox.com/mindfulness-for-kids/
Emotional Intelligence- https://www.theottoolbox.com/emotional-intelligence-2/

By recognizing the connection between sensory processing, executive function, and emotions, we can better support children in a compassionate, whole-child-centered way. Read: https://www.theottoolbox.com/how-sensory-processing-executive-function-and-emotions-are-connected-in-child-development/

23/02/2026

We've updated one of our most popular posts with more information on strategies...all about proprioception. https://www.theottoolbox.com/proprioception-sensory-activities/

Heavy work activities provide deep pressure to muscles and joints, which requires proprioceptive awareness and improves body regulation. Most chores are a good way to incorporate heavy work and proprioceptive awareness through daily tasks. Check out our resource on age-appropriate chores for more ideas.

Some ideas for incorporating heavy work into the home:
✅Carry books, lunch bins, or groceries
✅Push a laundry basket filled with toys across the floor. Carry laundry.
✅Push and pull a vacuum
✅Move and stack chairs or help move light furniture
✅Put fitted sheets on a mattress
✅Wash windows or wall

Why this helps: These tasks activate joint receptors and improve force grading, postural stability, and sustained attention.

23/02/2026

Helping Kids Build Self-Regulation Skills