Markers glide with very little pressure, which makes them a great tool for drawing, tracing, and coloring. These activities use them to build fine motor control, visual motor skills, and eye-hand coordination while kids practice holding a writing tool.
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Added Jan 12 · Ages 3 to 5Stick Drop LoaderBilateral Hand UsePincer GraspProprioceptionYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Markers · Masking Tape · Pom-poms · Scissors · Shoe Box
Added Jan 11 · Ages 3+Tight Cardboard TiesBilateral Hand UseIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentMotor PlanningYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Pencil · Pipe Cleaners · Scissors
Added Jan 10 · Ages 3 to 5Foil Push Bead GardenEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspProprioceptionYou'll need: Aluminum Foil Pan · Beads · Golf Ball Tees · Markers · Plastic Container
Added Jan 9 · Ages 3 to 5Resistant Rip MuralBilateral Hand UseProprioceptionProximal StabilityYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Scissors
Added Jan 9 · Ages 3+Kernel Mosaic CupBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspYou'll need: Construction Paper · Container · Corn Kernels · Glue · Markers · Paper Cup
Added Jan 9 · Ages 3 to 5Paper Crease TunnelsBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlVisual MotorYou'll need: Construction Paper · Egg Carton · Markers · Scissors
Added Jan 9 · Ages 3+Strong Punch Lacing BoardBilateral Hand UseFinger StrengthPincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Hole Puncher · Markers · Scissors · Yarn
Added Jan 8 · Ages 3+Precision Glue ConstellationsEye-Hand CoordinationProprioceptionSequencingYou'll need: Cardboard · Construction Paper · Glue · Markers · Sequins
Added Jan 8 · Ages 3+Plate Spin TargetsBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationVisual TrackingYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Plate
Added Jan 8 · Ages 6+Foam Sheet ArchitectBilateral Hand UseCuttingMotor PlanningYou'll need: Foam Sheets · Golf Ball Tees · Markers · Plastic Container · Scissors
Added Jan 7 · Ages 3 to 5Slot Stuff HedgehogBilateral Hand UseFinger StrengthPincer GraspYou'll need: Construction Paper · Craft Sticks · Markers · Paper Roll · Scissors
Added Jan 6 · Ages 3 to 5Fence Post PushBilateral Hand UsePincer ControlProprioceptionYou'll need: Cardboard · Container · Craft Sticks · Markers · ScissorsWhile 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 development, we invite you to connect with us.
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