Pediatric Occupational Therapy for Visual Motor Skills
in Charlotte & Huntersville, NC
Does your child have the finger strength to pull stubborn Lego bricks apart, yet struggle to line them up to snap them back together? Or can they pick up tiny objects with ease, yet miss when trying to catch a ball or reach for a cup? These challenges often point to visual motor skill difficulties.
At Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy, our occupational therapists help your child build visual motor skills so the connection between what they see and how they move becomes stronger and more consistent.
What Are Visual Motor Skills?
Visual motor skills are when your child’s eyes, brain, and body work together to plan and carry out actions accurately and efficiently. Sometimes referred to as “eye-hand coordination,” these skills include handwriting, using scissors, and catching a ball.
If your child is struggling with visual motor skills, there is a disconnect between what they see and how their body interacts with the task in front of them. This results in movements that appear clumsy or uncoordinated, as their hands struggle to keep up with the visual information.
Signs of Visual Motor Skill Challenges in Children
Common signs of visual motor skill difficulties include:
- Having difficulty with school tasks that involve writing, drawing, or copying letters and numbers from the board
- Missing a ball when throwing, catching, or kicking
- Avoiding activities that require eye-hand coordination, such as coloring or puzzles
- Bumping into objects due to difficulty judging distance or body position
How Occupational Therapy Helps With Visual Motor Skills
At Little Wonders, our occupational therapists first evaluate your child to determine which visual motor skills need support. We then create a customized treatment plan tailored to their specific needs, using proven techniques and exercises that strengthen eye-hand coordination.
Therapy sessions use fun, play-based activities, such as drawing to improve fine motor control or playing catch to develop spatial awareness. Additionally, our therapists provide strategies and tools you can use at home to help support your child’s progress between sessions.
Why Choose Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy
Since 2018, Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy has helped children with visual motor challenges in the Charlotte and Huntersville, NC, areas through compassionate, individualized occupational therapy. Our therapists take a child-centered approach that builds on your child’s strengths while addressing the skills that impact daily participation. We focus on creating a motivating therapy environment where your child feels supported as they develop the coordination and confidence they need to succeed.
Reach Out to Little Wonders Today to Get Started
If you have questions about your child’s visual motor skills or want to learn how occupational therapy can help, call Little Wonders Pediatric Therapy, email us at info@littlewonderstherapy.com, or fill out our online form to schedule an evaluation. We look forward to helping your child develop visual motor skills that allow them to thrive in the classroom, during play, and throughout daily routines.