Egg Cup Dot Art
Purpose
This fun activity strengthens the tiny muscles needed for pencil grip. Using a Q-tip like a miniature paintbrush requires high levels of precision and control.
Activity Steps
Steps:
- Prepare the palette by cutting the lid off an egg carton. Place a small dab of glue or paint inside the bottom of each egg cup.
- Give the child one piece of construction paper and several Q-tips. Encourage them to hold the Q-tip using their thumb and pointer finger (pincer grasp).
- Challenge the child to dip the Q-tip into one cup to collect the paint or glue.
- The goal is to carefully transfer the Q-tip to the construction paper to make precise dots or follow a pre-drawn line.
- Encourage the child to switch colors and fill the entire paper with dots. They must stabilize the paper with their helper hand.
Safety Tip:
Due to the small size of the Q-tips and glue/paint, close adult supervision is required. Ensure the child understands the materials are not for eating or placing near the face.
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