Sunday, May 04, 2003
Pocket Full of Therapy
Take a silly toy like this "Bubbaloon Frog" - in the hand of a child, it's a silly fun toy that could make him almost croak with joy. In the eyes of a therapist, it's also an exercise device that whill help the child develop "hand and finger strength and stability."
This is the approach taken by a company called "Pocket Full of Therapy." They offer an extensive online catalogue filled with wonderful toys - toys that are first and foremost invitations to play. At the same time, the toys help players exercise abilities like:
The balance between play and healing is often difficult to maintain, especially for worried parents and professionals who need to appear professional. Pocket Full of Therapy maintains that balance beautifully, and, as a result, they perform a powerful and much-needed service for all of us. Even those of us who just want to play.
While you're at their website, don't miss this valuable collection of user-submitted, toy-based therapeutic activities in the Monthly Idea Exchange.
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