The
"Insertions Ring Stack" is very versatile and develops many skills. Children
or adults with developmental disabilities may find repetitive tasks soothing.
This activity involves either pushing rings down the tubing or inserting small objects inside. Your child or
client will need to think about which of these steps to perform. They will learn to develop flexibility as they switch back and forth...
This activity promotes:
·
eye-hand
coordination
·
using
hands together
·
visual
and auditory stimulation
·
proprioceptive
stimulation by pushing the objects down
·
following
directions
·
sequencing
skills
·
problem
solving
I cut the
rings and small objects out of plastic bottles, but you can use other types of
rings or small objects in the same way. Be sure to supervise closely or avoid
if your child or client puts small objects in his or her mouth.
This
activity can be adapted by
·
using
larger rings to make success easier
·
smaller
rings that require force to push and thus, provide greater sensory feedback.
·
try
placing a motorized toothbrush inside the container and see how your child or
client reacts!
The client in this photo benefits from reaching since she typically sits with rounded shoulders. She avoids using her hands together but is about to realize that she cannot do this task with only one hand!
She is on the autism spectrum and loves to be busy, yet this task requires a bit of problem-solving. It meets her cognitive and sensory needs.
Learn more
about activity adaptations at RecyclingOT.com
Source: Eye-Hand Coordination Insertions Ring Stack for Individuals with Autism by RecyclingOT
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