PIF Categories: CYP Occupational therapy
Sleep
For children, sleep allows their bodies to rest from high levels of daily physical activity. Sleep also promotes healthy growth of bones, muscles and other body tissues. Our brains become […]
Mealtimes
Mealtimes are an essential part of family life. You can help your child develop self-feeding skills from an early age. It can be a complex task for some children and […]
How to help a child fasten zips
Children usually learn to fasten zips before any other fastening. It’s likely they’ll have a zip on their jacket and will need help initially to put the zip together. From […]
How to put on socks
By the age of 2 to 3 years, children can remove their socks. By 3 to 4 years, children begin to show more independence when getting dressed. How to help […]
How to tie a school tie if you’re right handed
Download our visual guide which shows you how to help a left-handed child tie their school tie. Follow the link on the right to access our guide.
How to tie a school tie using if you’re left handed
Download our visual guide which shows you how to help a left-handed child tie their school tie. Follow the link on the right to access our guide.
How to tie a tie using the pratt knot method
What is the pratt knot method? It’s a method of tying a tie which you can use to demonstrate to a child how to tie their school tie. Download a […]
How to put on a jumper
Follow our visual guide below on how to put on a jumper. Step 1 Hold up the jumper in front of you. Step 2 Face the front of the jumper […]
How to dress the right way round
Why it’s important Teaching your child to put their clothes on the right way round is an important life skill. Ensuring your child can do this confidently will help them […]
How to dress in the right order
Why it’s important Teaching your child to put their clothes on in the right order is an important life skill. Ensuring your child can do this confidently will help them […]