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Model Me Movement™
Occupational Therapy for Autism
Model Me Movement™ is an interactive series of activities based on occupational therapy for Autism developed by OT Dr. Fabiane Curro to improve balance, increase core strength, and promote self-calming. The video is a valuable support for students across all three PBIS tiers, offering flexible, visual-based learning that meets diverse needs
Elementary, Middle School, High School
Run Time: Approx. 60 Min.
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Model Me Movement™
Topics
Superman Roll
Windmills
Ball Bridge
Ball Crunches
Leg Lifts
Steamroll
Back Bridge
Vibrations
Forearm Plank
Brushing
Bean Bag Toss
Jump & Lift
Dr. Fabiane Curro
DOT, OTR/L
About Dr. Curro
Dr. Fabiane Curro received her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy with a specialty certification in Sensory Integration from Temple University. She is currently the Owner and Occupational Therapist at Just For Me OT, LLC where she works with a diverse population of children providing individualized treatment plans to address a wide range of physical and social challenges. Dr. Curro is certified in Therapeutic Listening and SIPT administration, and has experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). In addition to providing school-based services, Dr. Curro also presents workshops to family members, teachers, and the community.
Study
Better Motor Skills Lead to Improved Social Skills
What do gross motor and movement skills have to do with social skills? Studies show that children with Autism who have better motor skills show greater ability in socializing. A study at Indiana University also found a strong correlation between hand-eye coordination and social communication skills. Psychology Today article.
Occupational Therapy for Autism
Model Me Movement™: Balance, Core, & Calming is a video of short, easy-to-follow movement activities developed by Occupational Therapist Dr. Fabiane Curro. The video is designed to improve balance, increase core strength, and promote self-calming. It contains six 8-11 minute movement segments each modeled by a child and guided by an adult. The activities are designed to target skills that help with coordination, body awareness, self-regulation, and promote an overall feeling of physical well-being.
* Exercise ball not included.
Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. Accordingly, discontinue exercise immediately if you experience pain dizziness or discomfort. By performing any fitness exercises in this video, you are performing them at your own risk. In addition, Model Me Kids, LLC makes no representations or warranties concerning any usage of the information offered here and will not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, special, exemplary or other losses or damages that may result. In addition, reliance on any information appearing on this video is strictly at your own risk. Moreover, this video is intended for use as a partner program. Therefore, children should be carefully supervised and closely supported by an adult at all times while performing the activities in this video.