A heartfelt farewell from Nina (OT)
Blog | Nina Kyte, an Occupational Therapist and Early Childhood Educator, retired from Plumtree after 11.5 years. Her dedication and contributions will be dearly missed by the Plumtree community.
Supporting children’s language development when going for a walk
Blog | Supporting children’s language development when going for a walk offers simple strategies: model language, repeat and expand words, follow your child’s interests, and enjoy outdoor discoveries together.
Supporting language development through shared reading with AAC learners
Blog | Reading books with AAC learners supports language development and AAC use. Parents can simplify stories or discuss pictures while modelling AAC during read‑aloud shared reading.
Handwriting tips for older students
Blog | Helpful handwriting tips to support older students with legibility, writing speed and spatial awareness, using everyday play-based activities like puzzles, mazes and drawing for skill-building at home.
Enhancing online therapy through the home environment
Blog | Discover how incorporating everyday household items and spaces, like windows, furniture, and outdoor areas, into online therapy sessions can make learning more engaging and support your child’s development in natural settings.
Teaching children how to put shoes on the correct feet
Blog | Support your child’s independence by teaching them to identify left and right shoes using simple visual cues like stickers and matching games.
