The Summer of Growth
WBT Therapy Works • June 1, 2026
Summer is the perfect time to let therapy feel like freedom.
June is the month of sunshine, freedom, and family. It's also the month we celebrate the amazing caregivers who show up every single day — at the kitchen table, on Zoom, in the backyard, and everywhere in between.
Research shows that children make their greatest gains when families are actively involved in practice. You don't need a therapy room or special equipment — you just need these ideas and a positive attitude. Let's dive in!
Check Out This Fun Father's Day Activity
Make Father's Day a therapy win! Here are three activities — one for each discipline — your family can do together on the big day:
🗣️ SPEECH: The 5-Question Interview
- Help your child write 5 questions to ask Dad, Grandpa, or a special father figure.
- Practice open-ended questions: 'What is your favorite memory with me?' 'What did you love doing as a kid?'
- Take turns asking AND answering — model waiting, eye contact, and staying on topic.
- Record it on your phone for a treasured keepsake AND self-monitoring practice!
✋ OT: Handmade Card Workshop
- Gather scissors, stickers, markers, stamps, and construction paper.
- Practice cutting shapes, writing a message, and folding the card neatly.
- Add finger-painted details or foam stamps — fine motor + creativity = winning combo.
🏃 PT: Backyard Challenge Course
- Set up a simple obstacle course: jump over a pool noodle, crawl under a table, balance on a log or curb.
- Play catch, kick a soccer ball, or try a three-legged race together.
- Finish with cool-down stretches side by side — model deep breathing and body awareness.
💡 Therapist Tip:
Father's Day is one of the most motivating therapy days of the year. When children are emotionally engaged and connected, language, motor skills, and attention all improve. Let love be the therapy tool! 💙
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With the holiday season upon us, choosing toys that entertain and nurture your child's growth can make each gift even more special. Here’s a guide to help you select toys that support occupational, physical, and speech therapy skills—along with tips on the benefits of open-ended toys that encourage creativity and imaginative play. Why Open-Ended Toys? Open-ended toys are designed to spark imagination and creativity. Unlike toys with a single function, open-ended toys offer endless ways to play, allowing children to use their imagination to explore, create, and problem-solve in their own unique ways. Benefits of Open-Ended Play: Encourages cognitive development, social skills, and flexible thinking by allowing children to come up with their own play scenarios and solutions. Examples: Blocks, dollhouses, magnetic tiles, and even simple items like scarves or cardboard boxes can transform into anything a child imagines—from castles to spaceships—promoting creativity and exploration. Toys That Enhance Fine Motor Skills Fine motor skills are essential for tasks like writing, buttoning, and using utensils. Toys that build hand strength and coordination are especially helpful. Play-Doh or Modeling Clay: Strengthens hands, enhances creativity, and builds coordination. Bead Kits and Stringing Activities: Improve the pincer grasp and bilateral coordination. Construction Sets (like LEGO or Magna-Tiles): Great for precision, grip strength, and spatial skills, all while fostering open-ended creativity. Gross Motor Skill-Boosting Toys Toys that promote movement and physical activity help with balance, coordination, and overall body strength. Balance Boards or Wobble Boards: Encourage core strength, balance, and stability in a fun, challenging way. Scooters and Tricycles: Boost leg strength, coordination, and confidence in body movement. Soft Play Equipment: Foam climbing blocks or tunnels offer safe ways to climb, crawl, and explore. Speech and Language Development Toys Toys that encourage communication and interaction help children develop essential language skills. Pretend Play Sets (like a kitchen or doctor’s kit): Expand vocabulary, storytelling, and social interaction in an open-ended format. Interactive Books and Story Cards: Improve listening, attention, and expressive language. Board Games (like Guess Who? or Charades for Kids): Practice turn-taking, following instructions, and building conversational skills. Sensory-Engaging Toys Toys with tactile, auditory, or visual feedback can support sensory processing and are great for children who benefit from calming sensory input. Sensory Bins or Kinetic Sand: Perfect for tactile exploration, building sensory tolerance, and calming play. Musical Instruments (like tambourines or maracas): Enhance auditory processing, rhythm, and coordination. Weighted Stuffed Animals or Blankets: Provide calming, deep-pressure input, ideal for children who benefit from sensory regulation. Cognitive and Executive Functioning Toys Toys that challenge problem-solving, planning, and memory skills are ideal for cognitive and executive functioning development. Puzzles and Memory Games: Build problem-solving skills, working memory, and focus. STEM Kits (like coding robots or science kits): Foster critical thinking, sequencing, and curiosity. Matching and Sorting Games: Help with categorization, math skills, and attention to detail. Tips for Choosing the Right Toy Look for Open-Ended Options: Toys that can be used in various ways encourage your child to take charge of play and explore their creativity. Choose Montessori-Inspired Toys: Simple, natural, and purposeful toys give children hands-on learning opportunities at their own pace. Age Appropriateness: Select toys suitable for your child’s age and developmental level. Durability: Choose high-quality toys that can endure active play and exploration. Wrap-Up Picking toys that support OT, PT, and ST goals adds value to holiday gift-giving, and the right toy can bring both joy and developmental support. From open-ended and Montessori-inspired options to skill-building games, choosing thoughtfully can help make playtime meaningful and engaging for your child’s growth.