Small Container - OTPlan https://otplan.com/material/small-container/ OTPlan - Pediatric Occupational Therapy Activities & Ideas for Parents Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:09:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/otplan.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/cropped-72dpi_OT-full.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Small Container - OTPlan https://otplan.com/material/small-container/ 32 32 163641829 Foam Slot Tongs https://otplan.com/activity/foam-slot-tongs/ https://otplan.com/activity/foam-slot-tongs/#respond Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:09:23 +0000 https://otplan.com/activity/foam-slot-tongs/ This activity strengthens the small muscles in the hands. These muscles are essential for daily tasks like cutting with scissors and managing fasteners. Using the tongs acts as a fantastic workout for the pincer grip. This strengthens the vital coordination between the thumb and index finger. By aiming the foam pieces into the narrow horizontal slot, your child improves eye-hand coordination. They also refine their motor planning. Holding the container steady with the helper hand builds proximal stability in the shoulder and core.

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