PIF Categories: CYP Occupational therapy
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 […]
How to fasten buttons
Start by practicing fine motor skills and bilateral activities For your child to complete small fiddly tasks such as fastening and undoing buttons, they will find it helpful to practice […]
How to break down a dressing task using the backward chaining method
What is the backward chaining method? It’s a way of breaking down a task into smaller, simple steps. Start with the last step in the task and work backwards to […]
The importance of play
Why early manipulative play is important In the early stages children learn to use their hands. They develop fine motor skills through different stages from sensory awareness to in-hand manipulation […]
Jumping, hopping and skipping
What skills does a child need to jump, hop and skip? Children must be able to propel themselves off the floor, either on the spot or moving forwards. This requires […]
Ball skills
What skills does a child need to play with a ball? Children need a range of skills including the ability to: visually track the ball bi-manual skills to bring the […]
Feeding and mealtimes
Helping your child learn to feed themselves can be a lot of fun. Do not expect every mouthful to be a success, and be prepared for a mess! Strategies for […]