05/25/2026
Sometimes the simplest games are actually incredible tools for development. 🧠✨
Mancala works on so many skills at once:
• fine motor coordination
• visual tracking
• planning and problem solving
• attention and memory
• sensory regulation
• turn taking and social interaction
The repetitive movement of the stones can even be calming and regulating for many children and adults.
As an Occupational Therapist, I love activities that feel FUN while quietly supporting cognitive, motor, sensory, and social development across all ages. Sometimes the best therapy tools don’t look like therapy at all. 💚