PIF Categories: CYP Occupational therapy
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 […]
Sensory strategies for parents
Children notice and respond to different things from the world around them. Your child may be more sensitive to certain sensations and activities than their friends. These differences are usually […]
Using scissors
Children often start to use scissors between the ages of 3 and 4 years. Your child may become very interested in watching you use scissors, or pretend they’re cutting something […]
Sleeping
How much sleep does my child need? This will depend on their age, but it’s important to remember that every child is different. See below for the amount of sleep […]
Potty training
Many children find toilet training difficult. Some learn quickly, while others can take longer. It’s common for children to slip back occasionally after making good progress. They learn better when […]