by Julie Watson | Jun 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
Make an indoor, or outdoor, obstacle course. This fun activity will get all the family involved and promote your child’s mental and physical wellbeing. This exercise promotes strength and co-ordination, sequencing and memory, motor planning and sensory input....
by Julie Watson | Jun 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
Make this Jar of Gratitude and fill it with the things that you are grateful for! For the memories you have made during lockdown, or for your friends and families who make you smile, or for your pet who is always there for a cuddle. Put your ideas in an old jam jar,...
by Julie Watson | Jun 17, 2020 | Uncategorized
Just take some boxes and let your creativity run wild. What exciting things can you create with just a few boxes lying around the house… Maybe a space ship or a sensory crashpad! See where your imagination takes you. This simple, fun activity will support your...
by Julie Watson | Jun 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
With many of your children going back to school or the struggle of home-schooling getting a bit much this week. Remind yourselves that tough times never last and you will come out of this stronger than ever before! You are doing an amazing job, so keep going we will...
by Julie Watson | Jun 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
Lindsey shows us how to practise mindfulness by building a balance tower. Go round your house and see what you can find for your tower – teddies, toys, cups, books. Share your balance towers with JIGSAW as we would love to see your creations! Mindfulness helps...
by Julie Watson | Jun 13, 2020 | Uncategorized
Try making these sensory spinning tops using old CDs, an old peg/pen and various decorations (glitter/gel pens, stickers, paints etc). This fun craft activity will promote various skills such as creativity, mindfulness, fine motor skills and co-ordination. Share your...
by Julie Watson | Jun 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
We are so proud of our Young Volunteers and their efforts. Thanks to the Gazette for featuring their fundraising today! The effects of the coronavirus have meant a significant drop in income at a time when demand has increased. Please support our Young Volunteers and...
by Julie Watson | Jun 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
Try our draw on my back challenge, with Junior Volunteers Hannah and Alice. This fun activity enables you to stay connected and maintain relationships with friends and family. This is important, especially during this time, to promote wellbeing and positive mental...
by Julie Watson | Jun 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
This uncertain time has been tough on everyone but it is important to remind ourselves that it will not last forever. We will come out stronger, kinder and more appreciative of our loved ones. This time has enabled us to pause and reflect on our lives and be thankful...
by Julie Watson | Jun 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
Make a stress ball out of water, beads or seeds and a balloon. This is not only a fun craft activity but can be used by your children when they are feeling anxious or worried. It helps promote focus and concentration, decrease stress and increase tactile awareness. A...
