Spelling Push Ups
- Ages:
- School age (6+)
- Play time:
- 10 to 15 minutes
- Setup:
- 15 minutes
- Where:
- Floor
Why it helps
The child will be working on receiving and processing propreoceptive input while laying prone on the therapy ball. This activity also works on trunk control and upper extremities strengthening.
Use the construction paper, the pen and the scissors to cut out letters of the alpha-bet. You will need more than 1 of each letter. You can also use pre-cut letters.
Spread the letters on the floor or a mat in a random order. Help the child lay prone on the therapy ball. The child should be able to touch the floor. Tell the child a word to spell. Have the child walk their hands forward off the ball to grab one letter at a time, then walk their hands back and place the letter on the floor in front of the ball. When all the letters are collected, the child puts them in order to spell the word.
You can also use magnetic letters and a magnetic board, or use math equations where the child has to walk out and grab the correct answer.
Need personalized support?
While these activities are great for home practice, nothing replaces the guidance of a licensed therapist. If you are in Irvine, CA or the Orange County area and have concerns about your child's Head/Neck Extension, we invite you to connect with us.
Contact Tumble N' Dots Therapy →These activities are for home practice and don't replace the guidance of a licensed therapist.
