FUNctional OT Learning

Welcome to FUNctional OT cooking! My students look forward to our weekly cooking sessions which focus on the fine motor, sensory, and functional processes of cooking. With the picture recipe, students also work on number identification (numbers 1-4), left to right tracking/pre-reading skills, and emergent reading and sight words. At the end of group, students are given the opportunity to identify whether they enjoyed the cooking treat and write or stamp their name on the recipe to bring home. Th

It's time to get up and MOVE! This pack of 7 printable posters guides your students through a variety of seasonally themed motor break activities! Students can use their imaginations to move through activities such as making snow angels, snowboarding, and prepping for a snowball fight! Use as a stand alone activity or add to your everyday sensory path for a seasonal splash of fun!

As an OT in the school system with more than 20 years of experience, I have taken many approaches to assist students in handwriting. Theories and styles of teaching have changed drastically throughout my career, however, one thing remains consistent with the writing process: not only are motor skills required, but a visual perceptual understanding of WHERE the letters go when we write is essential, no matter what formation practices/lessons have taken place! This ultimate letter pack includes 5

It's time to get up and MOVE! This pack of 7 printable posters guides your students through a variety of seasonally themed motor break activities! Students can use their imaginations to move through activities such as hopping like a bunny, chasing a rainbow and grabbing the gold, and stomping in puddles! Use as a stand alone activity or add to your everyday sensory path for a seasonal splash of fun!