Tips to Encourage Pincer Grasp What is pincer grasp? Pincer grasp is when the index finger and the thumb meet to pick up small objects in a controlled fashion, which typically emerges between 9 to 12 months of age. Why is pincer grasp important?...
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Your toddler is growing and asserting independence when he/she can. Choosing what and how much to eat is one of the first things they truly have control over! Due to limited communicative methods at this age, throwing their food on the floor may...
MoreThis is a free app for kiddos to keep them active throughout the day! This app is designed for kiddos Ages 4-10 and includes a variety of ways to engage a child and help them stay active. This includes activities such as dancing, yoga, sports...
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Hi! My name is Megan and I am the Lead BCBA for the ABA program here at TEAM 4 Kids. Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I began working with children with developmental delays including autism and sensory processing disorder in 2013. I ...
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Sleep and Speech/Language Development More and more research is being done on the importance of nighttime sleep and naps for speech and language development in kids. Professionals say that they have found links between deep sleep and...
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Who doesn’t love playing with Kinetic Sand? It’s such a fun and engaging texture, but it can also be used to target several different speech and communication skills. When I use it in therapy, I like to have small toys that we can bury in the...
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Fine motor skills include small muscle planning within the hands, fingers, and wrist. These movements are used for daily tasks such as zipping, tying shoes, holding a pencil, and cutting. Fine motor development starts in the shoulder and...
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