Paper plates are cheap, sturdy, and easy to cut, color, and lace. These activities turn them into crafts, targets, and lacing cards that build eye-hand coordination, fine motor control, and visual motor skills.
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Added Nov 13 · Ages 3 to 5Sensory SaladBilateral Hand UseCuttingFinger StrengthPincer Grasp+3 moreYou'll need: Blocks · Bowl · Construction Paper · Paper Plate · Pom-poms · Scissors · Straws · Tongs
Added Nov 13 · Ages 3+Yarn PaintingBilateral Hand UseCuttingHand DexterityPincer Grasp+1 moreYou'll need: Bowl · Construction Paper · Container · Paper Cup · Paper Plate · Scissors · Tempera Paint · Yarn
Added Nov 12 · Ages 3+Paper TurkeyCuttingEye-Hand CoordinationFine Motor ControlPincer Grasp+1 moreYou'll need: Beans · Construction Paper · Crayons · Feather · Glue · Markers · Paper Plate · Pen · Scissors · Tissue Paper
Added Nov 11 · Ages 3+Ping Pong PlatesCrossing MidlineEye-Hand CoordinationMotor PlanningProprioception+5 moreYou'll need: Balloon · Crayons · Glue · Masking Tape · Paper Plate · Wooden Sticks
Added Oct 26 · Ages 3+Paper FishBilateral Hand UseCuttingFine Motor ControlGrasp+3 moreYou'll need: Buttons · Construction Paper · Craft Sticks · Glitter Glue · Glue · Markers · Paper Plate · Pom-poms · Scissors · Sequins · Stamps · Stickers
Added Oct 26 · Ages 3+Dream CatcherEye-Hand CoordinationFinger StrengthYou'll need: Hole Puncher · Paper Plate · Scissors · YarnWhile 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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