Paper cups are perfect for stacking towers, knock-down games, and drop targets. These activities use them to practice eye-hand coordination, motor planning, and fine motor control.
Shop paper cup on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate, OTPlan earns from qualifying purchases.
Added Jan 19 · Ages 3+Coil Drop TargetEye-Hand CoordinationIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentPincer ControlYou'll need: Clothespins · Container · Eyedropper · Food Coloring · Markers · Paper Cup · Pipe Cleaners · Water
Added Jan 13 · Ages 1 to 5Squeeze and Slot CupsFinger StrengthMotor PlanningProprioceptionYou'll need: Boxes · Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Cup · 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 Dec 5 · Ages 3+Pom-Pom Popper Target GameBilateral Hand UseMotor PlanningVisual MotorYou'll need: Balloon · Bucket · Masking Tape · Paper Cup · Pom-poms · Scissors
Added Aug 24 · Ages 3 to 5Color Drop TowersDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationFine Motor ControlPincer Control+3 moreYou'll need: Eyedropper · Food Coloring · Golf Ball Tees · Paper Cup · Playdough · Water
Added Jun 15 · Ages 3+Pillow Bridge BalanceBilateral Hand UseCore StrengthEye-Hand CoordinationGrasp+2 moreYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Paper Cup · Pillows
Added May 2 · Ages 3+Confetti RainmakersBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlFine Motor ControlHand Dexterity+2 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Hole Puncher · Paper Cup · Tongs
Added Apr 8 · Ages 3+Foil River Rock TossBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationFinger StrengthGrasp+2 moreYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Cup · Plastic Container
Added Feb 8 · Ages 3+Frozen Dessert RelayCore StrengthEye-Hand CoordinationForearm SupinationGrasp+2 moreYou'll need: Bowl · Ice Cream Scoop · Paper Cup · Pom-poms
Added Mar 30 · Ages 3+Jump and KickBalanceMotor PlanningProprioceptionVisual PerceptionYou'll need: Blocks · Paper Cup · Paper Roll · Pillows · Plastic Container · Shoe Box
Added Jun 30 · Ages 3+Capture the MarbleCrossing MidlineEye-Hand CoordinationMotor PlanningSocial Interaction+2 moreYou'll need: Container · Marbles · Paper Cup · Plastic Container · Tennis Ball
Added Jun 21 · Ages 1 to 5Hand Strengthening ArtworkCrossing MidlineEye-Hand CoordinationFinger StrengthHand Arches/Separation+1 moreYou'll need: Paper · Paper Cup · Paper Plate · Tempera PaintWhile 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.
Contact Tumble N' Dots Therapy →