We love when we can combine fine motor, gross motor, and fun all into one activity and we love stability ball activities. The stability ball sticker game is an awesome way to combine all of these in one really fun activity. It can be changed up for the seasons too by using … [Read more...]
Brain Breaks for Kids – In The Classroom
Brain breaks for kids are so important in today's learning environments. So what exactly are brain breaks? They aren't just letting the kids sit and rest their brains. Brain breaks for kids are in fact giving the opportunity for them to move! The research is strong that brain … [Read more...]
Baseball Brain Breaks
It's baseball season! When working with my kids during therapy sessions I try to find activities that interest them or catch their attention. I've found with my sports crazy kids, relating sports to any kind of strengthening, range of motion, cardiovascular exercise etc. to … [Read more...]
Physical Activity For The Classroom – Using Technology
Most of us are aware that there is plenty of research that physical activity is needed in the classroom. There is also a lot happening with technology in the classroom. That being said, combining physical activity and technology could be useful to classroom teachers throughout … [Read more...]
Bean Bag Balance Game
Are you looking for a fun game that also promotes balance? You need to try the bean bag balance game. It's super simple and you probably have most things that you need around your home! The bean bag balance game would also work great in physical education or for gross motor … [Read more...]
Simple Sidewalk Chalk Gross Motor Activities
One of my absolute favorite tools as a physical therapist and mom is sidewalk chalk. I love sidewalk chalk because I can create fun gross motor themed activities by simply drawing on the sidewalk! Summer is the perfect time to get out that sidewalk chalk and give your kids a … [Read more...]
Crossing The Midline Activities – Summer Themed
What exactly is crossing the midline? I've learned a lot about this from my Occupational Therapy colleagues. Think of the midline as an imaginary line that runs down the middle part of the body that divides the body into the right and left sides. Crossing the midline means that … [Read more...]
Interactive Brain Breaks – Free Games
I've decided to try out something new! Interactive Brain Breaks and Physical Activity! I've always been a big proponent of stepping away from technology and taking a "brain break". Don't get me wrong, I love technology, I just believe A LOT of our time is spent on it, and a … [Read more...]
Fun Jumping Practice Idea
Do you have that kiddo that just can't quite jump? Maybe they get the concept but need a little something extra to get over the hump? Have you ever thought of using a scooter board to help with jumping? Just looking for something new to try out? Check out this fun jumping … [Read more...]
Spring Themed Gross Motor Ideas – 20+ Ideas
Spring is officially here! As a Minnesota resident I am much appreciative of this season as it means that the end of the bitter cold is upon us. To celebrate this start of Spring I've put together a huge list of fun Spring themed gross motor ideas and games! … [Read more...]
St. Patrick’s Day Gross Motor Activities
St. Patrick's Day is a great day to incorporate fun gross motor games. As someone who is always searching for different ways to incorporate movement with different themes I've decided to put some of my favorites all in one place so they are easy to access and easy for others to … [Read more...]
Working On Balance With A Ball
Living in a house with two little boys there is usually some sort of ball to trip over at any given time. Most kids love to play with balls and they can easily be incorporated into a gross motor or therapy session. Often times we think of ball games or sports and not always … [Read more...]
Reindeer Run – FREE Brain Break Printables
Who doesn't need a brain break around the holiday season? Pink Oatmeal is here to make it easier for you. Today we are sharing a set of brain break cards for FREE. The Reindeer Run set of brain break cards for each of Santa's Reindeer. They are designed to be fast, fun, and … [Read more...]
Gingerbread Man Brain Break Ideas – Gingerbread Man Activities
The Gingerbread Man is a classic story around the holiday season. It's often taught in homes and in schools. It's also the perfect story to incorporate movement. Think of how much running that Gingerbread Man talked about? It's always a bonus to incorporate movement for kids … [Read more...]
Christmas Relay – Christmas Gross Motor
Christmas is quickly approaching! Gross motor games with a Christmas theme are so much fun! They work great for the entire month of December! It’s the perfect game for getting out all that energy out! After you read about the Christmas Relay You need to check out Christmas … [Read more...]
5 Fun Ways To Use an Exercise Ball For Strengthening
Are you looking for a little change in your exercise ball strengthening activities? Looking for some more ideas to add a little flare to your session or your strengthening play with your kids. Check out these 5 fun ways to use an exercise ball for strengthening and add them to … [Read more...]
Christmas Gross Motor – Holiday Hop
Are you a teacher, parent, caregiver, or therapist looking for a fun Christmas Gross Motor Idea? The Holiday Hop is the perfect Christmas gross motor idea. This game can be fun from preschool through elementary years. Check out how we play the Holiday Hop! … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Brain Breaks and Gross Motor Ideas
Thanksgiving will be here before we know it! Do you notice all of the different running/walking events that you can participate in on the morning of Thanksgiving? Probably for good reason with the feasting going on later that day, and of course many of them focus on giving … [Read more...]
Jungle Themed Brain Breaks
Do you ever feel like your classroom, therapy room or home is a bit of a jungle? I know I do! Sometimes there is just too much built up energy that needs to get out. How about getting out of that jungle by using fun movements that are all about the jungle? Jungle themed … [Read more...]
Jungle Yoga Pose Ideas
Are you looking for a fun addition to your jungle theme or jungle unit? Maybe you are looking for a fun brain break or want to try yoga that the kids can relate too? Maybe you have kids that love animals or the jungle? Jungle yoga is your answer to all of these questions! … [Read more...]
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