Puppy Tug Toys
- Ages:
- School age (6+)
- Play time:
- 20 to 30 minutes
- Setup:
- 5 minutes
- Where:
- Table
Why it helps
This activity promotes fine motor skills, ideation, and motor planning while braiding a puppy tug toy.
Preparation:
Step 1: Lay out an old shirt flat on the table. Optional: Draw shapes on the shirt with non-toxic markers to address pre-writing skills.
Step 2: Take fabric scissors and begin to cut strips to your desired length. Maintain approximately 2-inches of width.
Step 3: Take one of those strips & use it to tie a group of 3 strips together. Make sure to leave approximately 2-inches from the end.
Step 4: Braid the 3 strips.
Step 5: Take another strip & use it to tie the braid together at the bottom.
Tips:
- Use scissors that match your child's hand dominance.
- Hold the fabric in place as they cut.
- Use 3 various colors of fabric to make teaching them braiding skills easier.
As always, please provide assistance and supervision as needed.
Share your creation with your lovable dog & enjoy!
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.
