Fine Motor

Introducing CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins: OT-Created Play for Home

At Connect the Dots, we believe some of the best learning happens through play. That’s why we’re excited to introduce something new: CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins! If you’ve been in our clinic, chances are you’ve seen one of our Occupational Therapist Emma Tims’ creative sensory bins. From themed activities to thoughtful details, Emma has a […]

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5 Step Guide to Teaching Kids to Tie Shoes – Made Easy!

Teaching Kids to Tie Shoes: Tips from Our OT Learning to tie shoes is a big milestone for kids, but it can be frustrating without the right strategies. Try this OT recommended strategy by starting with pipe cleaners to practice shoe tying. Pipe cleaners hold their shape, making each step easier to complete. Using two

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Gift Wrapping: A Holiday Activity That Builds OT Skills

The holidays are full of fun traditions, and gift wrapping is more than just a festive task, it’s a chance for your child to practice important skills while being creative and engaged. Fine Motor Skills Handling tape, using scissors, folding paper, and tying ribbons all work tiny hand and finger muscles. These fine motor skills

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Fun and Easy Ways to Build Handwriting Skills in Preschoolers

Handwriting is an essential skill that sets the foundation for many academic and daily activities. For preschool-aged children, developing the right muscles and motor skills is key to ensuring they can hold and use writing tools effectively. At Connect the Dots, we focus on fun, engaging, and functional ways to help children build the skills

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From Play to Progress: 8 Ways Magna-Tiles Can Enhance Therapy Goals

Magnetic tiles are more than just a fun toy—they’re a fantastic therapy tool that can support a variety of developmental goals for children. Whether you’re a parent or caregiver looking to enhance your child’s skills, magnetic tiles can be incorporated into therapy sessions or used at home in creative ways. From strengthening fine motor skills

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5 Creative Ways to Use Squigz for Fun and Engaging Physical Therapy at Home

Affiliate Disclaimer: This post contains an affiliate link, which means we may earn a small commission if you purchase through the link at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we genuinely find useful in therapy! If you’ve been in our clinic, you’ve probably seen Squigz in action! These little suction cups make

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Summer Activities to Support OT Goals at Home

Summer is the perfect season to dive into exciting new activities that keep your child engaged and motivated. Embrace the sunny days with these easy-to-integrate, minimal-supply activities, that can easily be incorporated into your day! These fun and engaging ideas will not only entertain your child but also support their development in essential areas such

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Eugene Clinic:
84 Centennial Loop
Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: (541) 255-2681
Fax: (541) 255-3537

Clinic Hours:
8:00 to 6:00 Monday – Thursday
8:00 to 5:00 Friday

Corvallis Clinic:
201 NW 3rd St.
Corvallis, OR  97330
Phone: (541) 255-2681
Fax: (541) 255-3537

Clinic Hours:
8:00 to 6:00 Monday - Thursday
8:00 to 5:00 Friday

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