TLC Gift Guide — the LARK center

The Lark Center’s Clinicians Recommend…

If you are wondering about a special something to get your child as a birthday, holiday, or “just-because” gift , check out our list below! The Lark Center has compiled some of our absolute favorite products based on therapeutic and enjoyment value.

Ages 2-5

POTATO HEAD Create Your Family Set with 44 Parts and Pieces, Creative Toddler and Preschool Toys for 2 Year Old Girls and Boys and Up (Amazon Exclusive)

Hasbro

Mr. (Mrs.) Potato Head

Therapeutic Benefits (in addition to fun!):

OT: supports fine motor strength and coordination, as well as body awareness

SLP: practices naming body parts and engaging in pretend play

MH: explore relationships, identity, and autonomy

LEGO DUPLO Blocks

Therapeutic Benefits (in addition to fun!):

OT: supports fine motor strength and coordination, as well as visual perception

SLP: supports creativity, basic language concepts (on, over, under, next to), colors & numbers

MH: explore relationships, identity, and autonomy

Play Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Assorted Colors, Non-Toxic 2 oz. Cans, Back to School Gifts, Prizes, & Party Favors, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive)

Hasbro

LEGO DUPLO Classic Brick Box Building Blocks - Stacking Toys for Toddlers, Ages 1.5+ Years - Learning & Educational Toys for Preschool - Develop Fine Motor Skills - Gift for Christmas - 10913

LEGO

Play-Doh

Therapeutic Benefits (in addition to fun!):

OT: supports fine motor strength and coordination, as well as visual perception

SLP: supports creativity, basic language concepts (on, over, under, next to), colors & numbers

MH: explore relationships, identity, and autonomy