A budget-friendly OT tool that comes in very handy is painter’s tape or washi tape. Washi tape is a decorative paper tape. It’s thin, durable and comes in a variety of colors, patterns, textures and widths. The tape is easy to stick on many surfaces, including wood, plastic, and metal. It is easy to remove without causing damage. It’s relatively easy to tear and it doesn’t leave a sticky residue behind, making it especially ideal for OT activities and craft projects alike.
- Make a balance “beam” or a hopscotch board on the floor
- Create an obstacle course
- Teach children to peel tape off the table to work on fine motor skills
- Make an X on the wall and teach your kids to throw at a target
- Tape worksheets to the wall because working on a vertical surface promotes proper grasp skills, shoulder strengthening and wrist stability
- Create numbers, letters and shapes
- Create tape art
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