Kindergarten can be a scary and exciting time for both parents and children! They have transitioned from the toddler stage of learning all new fun experiences by exploring their home environment. They have also transitioned from the preschool stage to participating in school readiness activities from a preschool classroom or home. Kindergarten now provides the […]
Fine motor skills are when we use the small muscles of our fingers and hands to reach and grasp objects. It is an exciting moment when parents observe infants reach developmental milestones as their babies explore their new world! Encouraging fine motor activities for infants is so helpful when it comes to healthy child development. […]
If you want to challenge your student’s scissor skills, drawing, visual-spatial, and handwriting skills, then this printable ladybug craft is for you! It is all set to go – NO PREP required. Just print it and pass it out along with scissors and a pencil. You can download it for free at the bottom of […]
Need to work on fine motor and visual motor skills? Need it to be an easy winter art project? Check out this FREE Winter Dot Art printable packet for kids. You can download the dot printables for free on this blog at the bottom of the post. How Does the Winter Dot Art Free Printable […]
Do you want to learn how to make toilet paper roll monsters? Recycled craft projects are a great way for children to practice fine motor skills, following step by step directions, and being creative. All with materials you have around your house! This activity even comes with a free monster parts printable for you to […]
Are you familiar with the pincer grasp? The pincer grasp is when the thumb and the index finger work together to pick up small objects. In comparison, the tripod grasp is when the thumb, index and middle finger work together to pick up small objects. We use the pincer and tripod grasps to pick up […]
Are you ever looking for finger games to play with just your hands? All pediatric therapists love a good game that requires no equipment right? Check out these super fun games! You can download a FREE handout of these games at the bottom of the post. When and Why to Play Finger Games Finger games […]
Does your classroom use fine motor centers or stations? Maybe your students move from table to table participating in different fine motor activities. Have you ever tried occupational therapy fine motor skill centers? An occupational therapy provider can lead each fine motor station guiding the activity. A recent research article took a closer look to […]
Would you like to challenge your student’s fine motor, gross motor, and visual perceptual skills all on ONE handy dandy worksheet? We all love NO PREP, ready to go activities and this Cut and Paste Exercise free printable is one of them for sure! You can download it for free at the bottom of the […]
Need a boat board game for your camping, pirate, or Summer themes? This free printable may be just what you need! You can download the black and white game for FREE at the bottom of the post. I love how this game is in black and white. It is economical to print and requires the […]