Therapy West Inc. and Play Studio

02/14/2026

Jump, climb, run! 🏃‍♂️ Gross motor play is essential for building strong bodies and confident movers. These activities help develop coordination, balance, strength, and body awareness—all important foundations for everyday skills like sitting at a desk, handwriting, and participating in play.

Try simple activities like obstacle courses, hopscotch, animal walks, climbing at the playground, or jumping games at home. When kids move, they’re not just having fun—they’re building lifelong skills! 💪✨
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02/14/2026

02/03/2026

Did you know that sensory play isn’t just fun—it’s essential for your child’s development? 🌟 Sensory activities help kids explore the world through touch, sight, sound, smell, and movement, supporting skills like focus, coordination, problem-solving, and self-regulation.

Simple activities like rice bins, water play, textured toys, or even finger painting can give children the chance to experiment, learn, and grow in a safe, playful way. 🎨✨

Encourage your little ones to get messy, explore textures, and use their imagination—the benefits last far beyond playtime! 💛

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02/02/2026

Strong hands = strong skills! 💪 Try these fun activities to boost fine motor skills: playdough pinching, clothespin games, or finger painting!

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01/28/2026

January is a great time to strengthen visual-motor integration—the ability to coordinate what the eyes see with what the hands do. Activities like snowflake tracing ❄️, mazes 🧩, puzzles, copying designs ✏️, and block patterns 🧱 support handwriting, spacing, letter formation, and classroom participation. Building these skills through play sets the foundation for academic success ✨.

01/28/2026

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01/24/2026

January classrooms benefit from flexible seating 🪑, built-in movement breaks 🏃‍♂️, and predictable routines 📆 as students transition back after winter break. Tools like wobble cushions, floor work, wall push-ups, and stretch breaks support regulation, attention, and participation. Small changes can make a big difference in learning ✨.

01/20/2026

January is the perfect time to reset handwriting foundations before pushing more writing. Start with seated posture 🪑, paper position 📄, and correct finger placement. 

Encourage a tripod grasp—thumb and index finger holding the pencil ✏️ while it rests on the middle finger—with relaxed, curved fingers. Pair this with short writing tasks, frequent breaks ⏱️, and hand-strengthening warm-ups 💪 to build endurance and control all month long.