Teaching the Moving Child: OT Insights That Will Transform Your K-3 Classroom

Teaching the Moving Child offers elementary educators a practical guide to integrating occupational therapy strategies into their teaching practice. With nearly 35 years of classroom experience, Sybil M. Berkey provides a clear and reader-friendly approach to maximizing the link between movement and learning. This comprehensive resource covers essential topics such as modifying the classroom environment, task demands, and seating arrangements to meet the needs of students with sensory processing issues. Teachers will also find practical tips and strategies for improving handwriting instruction, fine motor skills, and promoting imaginative play. By applying these insights, educators can create a more supportive learning environment that fosters academic success and reduces stress. Berkey's thorough explanations of the movement-learning link and the effect of sensory processing issues on school performance make this guide an invaluable resource for teachers seeking to support their students' motor skills, task engagement, and management of sensory issues.