Paper Plate Axle Twist
Purpose
This activity helps your child practice rotating their wrists and forearms. This movement is very important for tasks like turning door handles or opening jars! By matching the colors, they are also working on their eyes and hands working together. It is a fun way to build the strength they need for daily chores and play.
Activity Steps
Steps:
- Use your markers to divide the paper plate into four colorful wedges like a pizza.
- Ask an adult to help you use scissors to cut a small X in the center of the plate.
- Tape one end of your paper roll horizontally to a wall at your child’s eye level.
- Slide the paper plate onto the paper roll using the hole you made.
- It should be able to spin freely like a wheel!
- Use a marker to draw a small arrow on the wall right next to the plate.
- Challenge your child to twist the plate to match a specific color to the arrow.
- Ask them to use one hand, then try with the other hand to get both arms working!
Safety Tip:
Always supervise your child during play. Ensure the paper roll is taped securely to the wall to avoid it falling.
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