A guide to disability labels and language—and why it matters
Labels that define rather than confine us help to communicate valuable information about ourselves and our needs. They need to promote inclusion and respect.
By families
Activities & strategies
For families
Using smart speakers to help with routines
A parent programs a smart speaker’s voice assistant to help with daily transitions for his child. And tell dad jokes : )
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Supporting children’s language development when going for a walk
Going for a walk outside is a great way to break up the day for children. It helps their cognitive and language development as there is lots to see, do …
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Reading books with AAC learners
Children love reading books. It’s also a great way to develop children’s language skills. What’s more, using an AAC system (Augmentative and Alternative communication) while you read, is a great …
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Getting ready for school over the summer holidays
Starting a child at school is an exciting time for parents. Many also feel anxious about the change, but remember: you have been learning and building skills with your child, …
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Upcycling boxes for motor-skill games
Don’t throw away your boxes! You can use them for all kinds of fun gross-motor-skill activities. Here are a few ideas. Tissue boxes for jumping joeys Boxes from around the …
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Handwriting tips for older students
As children grow and their handwriting develops, occupational therapists begin to support these skills differently. Here are some of our top tips: Correcting bad writing habits take lower priority You …
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Using the home environment to enhance online therapy
Using the home environment to enhance online therapy Telehealth, such as online therapy, is the new normal, but did you know it enables new opportunities to support a child’s development? …
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Teaching children how to put shoes on the correct feet
Generally, children will try to put shoes on by themselves around three years old. They may get the sides wrong, but, as parents, give them lots of praise for trying! …
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Handwriting tips to teach children letter sizing
Handwriting develops in stages. One of these milestones is learning how to size letters, which makes words look neater and more readable… but how do we teach it to children? …
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Teaching your child to blow their nose
Winter is here… and that means the sniffles! It’s a good idea to teach children how to blow their nose as a goal before the cold weather arrives. Then they …
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Adapting routines during the COVID-19 pandemic
A routine is an activity done during the day with a set of steps in the same order. Brushing teeth and getting ready for meals or going out are some …
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Supporting home learning for lower-primary-school children during COVID-19 restrictions
Raising children is a huge responsibility and during the COVID 19 restrictions, parents are juggling even more roles. Many are also managing work and additional caring — including helping their …
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Looking to add a Therapy Assistant to your child’s team?
Here are 5 quick facts to help you understand the role of a Therapy Assistant at Plumtree: 1. Who is a Therapy Assistant? Therapy assistants are people trained by qualified …
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