Visual Motor Integration

Definition: Visual motor integration is the ability to coordinate visual input with motor output for tasks like handwriting and playing sports.

Importance: Essential for reading, writing, and activities requiring eye-hand coordination.

Examples:

• Copying letters or shapes

• Catching a ball

• Cutting along a line

Physical Manifestations of Delays:

• Difficulty copying from the board

• Messy handwriting

• Poor hand-eye coordination

Developmental Impact:

• Struggles with writing and drawing skills

• Delayed scissor use

• Poor sports performance

Emotional Impact:

• Frustration with writing and sports

• Low self-esteem in academic tasks

Educational Impact:

• Difficulty with classroom writing and drawing tasks

• Trouble with spatial organization on paper

Social Impact:

• Avoidance of games requiring hand-eye coordination

• Limited participation in arts and crafts activities

Activities and Ideas for Improvement:

• Tracing and dot-to-dot activities

• Cutting and pasting exercises

• Playing catch with different sized balls

• Useful Websites:

  • The Inspired Treehouse

  • OT Mom Learning Activities

  • Growing Hands-On Kids

  • Your Therapy Source

  • Tools to Grow OT