Mac and Shake
- Play time:
- 5 to 10 minutes
- Setup:
- 2 minutes
- Where:
- Table
Why it helps
This activity strengthens the finger muscles and helps in developing the tripod grasp.
Poke a hole in the container's lid.
The hole should provide enough resistance to make it challenging for the child to insert the macaroni inside.
Have the child insert large macaroni one at a time through the hole in lid into the container.
To work on finger translation, ask the child to collect two macaroni pieces at a time and store one in his/her palm while inserting the other into the container.
The child should use one hand to hold the container and the other one to insert the items.
Children enjoy listening to the sound the container makes when they shake it.
This activity can be done using other items such as coins, beans, or smaller macaroni.
Need personalized support?
While these activities are great for home practice, nothing replaces the guidance of a licensed therapist. If you are in Irvine, CA or the Orange County area and have concerns about your child's Bilateral Hand Use, we invite you to connect with us.
Contact Tumble N' Dots Therapy →These activities are for home practice and don't replace the guidance of a licensed therapist.
