Learning to write is hard. Writing is a complex task. It requires muscle strength in the arm, wrist, and hand; visual perceptual skills; fine motor control; and hand-eye coordination. In order for a child to learn to write it is important to address all those skills. And most of them […]
Laura Sowdon
98 posts
Scissors teach wonderful skills, build the brain and body connection, and prepare kids for real-life problems.
Valentine’s Day is a great chance to change up our routine and get some great fine motor activities into our day. Here are some of my favorite activities.
While I know it is common for college students to have jobs, I won’t be asking that of any of my kids. I think college is enough of a job for most kids.
How do you work on teaching writing beyond copy work? These ideas can get your student writing more, in a gentle way.
Sometimes as a mom, you need to do things like cook or clean. What can you do with your little one? Leet me give you some ideas.
What do homeschooled kids do instead of a traditional 4 year degree? While many do attend college, there are some great alternatives!
Most of us remember exactly how we spent our sick days as children. It sets a pattern for how we care for ourselves as adults. Here’s how we handle sick days.
For some, finding balance comes naturally. But for the person who is neurodiverse, this whole idea makes no sense. Here’s why.
As a parent to more than one non-typical child, I have to work harder to help my children experience success. And give them tools to overcome their failures.