Sticky Sequin Tongs Pull
Purpose
This fun activity is designed to build foundational hand strength. Using tongs to peel sticky sequins requires strong finger muscles and precise control. The resistance from the tacky glue provides deep feedback, which helps children learn how to grade the force they use. Holding the cardboard steady improves proximal stability and encourages the use of both hands together. This sharpens eye-hand coordination needed for future tasks like cutting and writing.
Activity Steps
Steps:
- Squeeze several small, thick dots of liquid glue onto a sturdy piece of cardboard.
- Press one sequin firmly into the center of each wet glue dot. Let the glue set for 15 minutes until it is very tacky and resistant.
- Ask your child to hold the cardboard steady with their non-dominant (helper) hand to stabilize the base.
- Use the tongs to firmly pinch one sequin. Encourage them to hold the tongs like a pencil.
- Use a strong, controlled pull to peel the sticky dot completely off the cardboard surface.
- Transfer the rescued sequin and drop it precisely into the empty container target. Repeat until all the dots are pulled free!
Safety Tip:
Sequins and small glue dots are tiny materials. Constant and direct adult supervision is required. Ensure all small pieces are collected immediately after play, as they pose a choking hazard.
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