Lazy 8 Board, Brain Gym tool designed to enhance balance, posture, and coordination skills essential for daily life success. Developed by Brain Gym founders Paul and Gail Dennison, the Lazy 8 is a powerful exercise that synchronizes the brain and body for better Comprehension, Focus, Organization, Communication, Emotional Health.
Product Specifications:
– Material: Natural Wood
– Size: 11 x 4.5 inches. / 27 cm x 11.5 cm x 1.2 cm
Age Limit:
– Age range: 2-100 years old
Suitable for:
– Children with learning difficulties (dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD)
– Adults seeking improved focus, concentration, and productivity
– Seniors looking to maintain cognitive function and balance
Area | Benefit | Rationale |
Brain Integration | Activates and integrates both hemispheres of the brain. | The pattern requires continuous movement across the midline of the body, which is essential for coordinating the left and right sides of the brain. |
Writing & Dysgraphia | Improves writing flow, speed, and accuracy; helps eliminate letter and number reversals. | Develops the smooth, controlled arm and eye movements necessary for fluent handwriting, which is a major challenge for children with Dysgraphia. |
Eye Tracking | Enhances visual tracking, smooth pursuit, and binocular vision (eye teaming). | Following the curve continuously with the eyes strengthens the ocular motor muscles, which is vital for smooth reading (tracking words across a page). |
Motor Skills | Develops fine motor control, gross motor planning, and hand-eye coordination. | The repetitive tracing motion (with a finger, stylus, or marble) builds arm and wrist control and helps establish hand dominance. |
Focus & Calm | Increases attention span and focus; has a calming effect. | The rhythmic, non-linear tracing is often used as a brain break or a calming activity to prepare the mind for learning. |
Key Benefits:
1. Improved Ocular Motor Function: The Lazy 8 activates the eyes, enhancing ocular motor skills, and helping with reading.
2. Brain Hemisphere Integration: Crossing the midline of the body stimulates integration between the two hemispheres of the brain, promoting better cognitive function.
3. Calming Effect: The repeated action of the Lazy 8 has a soothing effect, reducing stress and anxiety.
4. Brain-Body Connection: Strengthens the connection between the brain and body, enhancing overall coordination and motor skills.
5. Enhanced Focus: Regular practice improves concentration and attention span.
6. Better Comprehension: Enhances cognitive function, making it easier to understand and process information.
7. Emotional Balance: This exercise promotes emotional well-being and reduces stress.
8. Improved Communication: Develop clear and effective communication skills.
Benefits for:
– Children with dysgraphia, dyslexia, and learning difficulties
– Individuals with ADHD, autism, and sensory processing disorders
– Anyone seeking to improve handwriting, reading, and cognitive function
Key Features:
– Best Brain Gym tool
– Durable Natural Wood
– Easy to use and incorporate into daily routine
– Suitable for all ages
Special Needs:
– Autism
– ADHD
– Dyslexia
– Dysgraphia
– Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
– Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Therapeutic Benefits:
– Occupational Therapy (OT)
– Physical Therapy (PT)
– Speech Therapy
– Cognitive Therapy
– Educational Therapy
Instructions (How to Use) :
1. Start at the middle stem.
2. Trace the figure eight pattern: up to the left, around, up to the right, and back to the middle.
3. Cycle through three times.
4. Repeat as needed throughout the day.
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