Hi! We’re Claire & Lauren! Welcome to The Inspired Treehouse!
We’re pediatric physical and occupational therapists who share information, activities, and resources related to child development. Our email newsletter includes weekly freebies like downloadable/printable activities and handouts!
Free winter fun + one done-for-you favorite
If your winter therapy sessions are starting to feel a little repetitive, we're here to help! Here are a few free, winter-themed activities you can use right away - easy to drop into sessions when you’re short on prep time or buried in paperwork and meetings. And if you want a done-for-you winter resource you can pull from again and again, our Winter Clothes Activity Pack is built exactly for that. It’s packed with fine and gross motor activities you can adapt across settings, goals, and kids...
Easy winter wins for busy therapy days (Freebies included!) ❄️
The winter months can feel long — especially when you’re planning on the fly with limited time, space, and energy. That’s why we’re sharing a couple of free winter favorites you can use immediately! And, if you find yourself wishing you had one more solid winter activity ready to go, our Snowman Soup recipe cards are a done-for-you upgrade that save you tons of prep time. Whether you’re a therapist moving between classrooms, a teacher fitting things into a packed day, or a parent adding some...
Practice → Punch → Progress (Free Punch Cards Inside!)
Helping kids build skills doesn’t have to feel repetitive or overwhelming—it can be motivating, visual, and even fun! 🎉 We’re excited to share our brand new Punch & Practice Cards, designed to help kids practice everything from motor skills to daily living tasks in a simple, rewarding way. Want to try them out? We’re offering a FREE Animal Walk Punch Card today so you can see exactly how they work before diving in and grabbing the full set (which is on sale now for one week only!). We’re also...
FREE Kids' Resolution Printable + Therapy Bag Upgrades for the New Year!
Hey there friends! As we reflect on the past year and all we've accomplished in our sessions with the kids we work with, we also want to start creating goals for next year! Our free resolution printable can be a great place to start! We've also rounded up our favorite therapy bag must-haves to get you started on the right foot this year. Enjoy! - Lauren & Claire FREE New Year's Resolution Printable This cute printable is the perfect way to talk about New Year Resolutions with kids! Click here...
Winter Break Boredom Busters - FREEBIE!
Hey there friends! Winter break is here, and that can only mean one thing...kids bouncing off the walls with energy to burn! We’ve got you covered with ideas for your own kids at home or to share with the families on your caseload. From active play ideas to simple activities that keep little hands and minds busy, this email is packed with fun, engaging options to help them stay entertained all break long. Let’s make this winter break a joyful and active one for everyone! - Lauren & Claire...
Last Minute Holiday Activities + Freebies!
With the holiday rush upon us, it's time to simplify your therapy planning with some easy last-minute activities. Effortless, engaging, and ready-to-go, these resources ensure your sessions remain stress-free and impactful during this busy season. Let's make these last few days before the winter break a breeze! Present Stacking Fine Motor Cards (Free Printable) Christmas Would You Rather Movement Game (Free Download) Reindeer Bootcamp Movement Activities Super Simple DIY Snowman Ornament...
Gift Ideas for Your Therapist Besties...
Looking for the perfect gifts for your all of your favorite therapist besties? 🎁✨ We rounded up our top picks—practical, playful, and all therapist-approved—to help you celebrate the OTs/PTs/SLPs who make your workdays a little brighter. Whether you’re shopping for a coworker, mentor, or your go-to lunchroom buddy, these gift ideas will make them feel appreciated (and maybe even a little spoiled!). The Cutest Lanyards for Therapists Lanyards make the perfect small-but-thoughtful gift for any...
Holiday Gross Motor Fun + FREE Activities Inside! ❄️🎄
The holidays are the perfect time to add a little extra joy—and a lot more movement—into your day! Whether you’re a therapist, teacher, or parent, these festive gross motor ideas will help kids get the wiggles out, stay regulated, and have tons of fun. And the best part? We’ve included some of our most-loved free printable holiday movement activities to make planning easy and play truly magical this season. Ready to bring some holiday energy into your space? Let’s go! ❄️👇 FREE Printable Silly...
Holiday Fine Motor Fun + Festive Freebies Inside! 🎁✨
The holidays are the perfect time to bring a little magic into your fine motor practice! 🎄✨ We rounded up our favorite kid-approved activities—plus some festive freebies—to make strengthening little hands easy, playful, and fun. Whether you’re in the classroom, the therapy room, or at home, these ideas will keep kids engaged while building the skills they need. FREE Printable Christmas Tree Cutting Craft Snag our FREE Snipped-Up Christmas Tree Template—a simple, kid-friendly cutting craft...
Cause & Effect, Cutting Skills, Bilateral Coordination… We’ve Got a Toy for That!
Looking for toys that are genuinely fun and build essential developmental skills? We pulled together three awesome guides highlighting our favorite cause-and-effect toys, cutting-skill boosters, and bilateral coordination tools—hand-selected by pediatric therapists who use them every day. And before you scroll, don’t miss our Session Snapshot Notepads, the easiest way to document sessions and send home quick, clear communication to parents! bilateral coordination toys - don't miss our session...
We’re pediatric physical and occupational therapists who share information, activities, and resources related to child development. Our email newsletter includes weekly freebies like downloadable/printable activities and handouts!