Occupational Therapy Life Hacks

Brought to you by your Royal Oak Schools Occupational Therapists

Things to look for:

• Two wide, well padded shoulder straps
• Waist or chest strap
• Backpack should not be higher than the shoulders and no more than two inches below the belly button
• Backpack is centered between the shoulder blades

Staying Healthy: Backpack Safety

Backpack Basics: Picking the Right Size for Kids

Backpacks for Younger Children (generally first grade and under)

Adaptive Backpacks (because mobility aids are customized to your child be sure to measure width of the backpack/straps first to make sure it will fit)

Adaptive Backpacks and Crossbody Bags

Backpacks for Older Children (first grade and up, use with wheelchairs and mobility devices)