Building the skills needed to eat independently. This includes holding a spoon comfortably, scooping food, and bringing a cup to the mouth without spilling.
Added Jun 3 · Ages 3 to 5The Foil Cupcake ScoopSelf Help (Feeding)Bilateral Hand UsePincer ControlYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Baking Cups · Beads · Spoon
Added May 15 · Ages 1 to 5The Foil Pan Bead ScoopSelf Help (Feeding)Eye-Hand CoordinationGraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil Pan · Beads · Bowl · Easter Eggs · Spoon · Water
Added Apr 24 · Ages 1 to 5The Cotton Ball Scoop RaceSelf Help (Feeding)Eye-Hand CoordinationProximal StabilityYou'll need: Basket · Bowl · Cotton Balls · Spoon
Added Apr 23 · Ages 3+The Pool Noodle Dinner PrepSelf Help (Feeding)Bilateral Hand UseGraspYou'll need: Knife · Paper Plate · Pool Noodle
Added Jun 16 · Ages 3+Farmer’s MarketSelf Help (Feeding)IdeationProprioceptionSocial Interaction+1 moreYou'll need: Fruit · Knife · Paper Plate
Added Nov 12 · Ages 3 to 5Birthday CakeSelf Help (Feeding)Bilateral Hand UseFinger StrengthPincer Grasp+1 moreYou'll need: Pipe Cleaners · Playdough · Sequins · Straws · TheraputtyWhile 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 Self Help (Feeding), we invite you to connect with us.
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