The ability to use both hands together as a team. We use this for almost everything, like holding the paper with one hand while cutting with the other, or buttoning a shirt.
See our guide to pencil grasp patterns to see how this skill shows up in handwriting.
Added Jan 12 · Ages 3+Fuzzy Force SculptureBilateral Hand UseFinger StrengthProprioceptionYou'll need: Cardboard · Container · Felt · Masking Tape · Pipe Cleaners · Scissors
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 5Cardboard Crunch SlotBilateral Hand UseFinger StrengthMotor PlanningYou'll need: Cardboard · Masking Tape · Plastic Container · Scissors
Added Jan 10 · Ages 1 to 5Sticky Ribbon RescueBilateral Hand UsePincer GraspProprioceptionYou'll need: Container · Craft Sticks · Masking Tape · Ribbon · Yarn
Added Jan 9 · Ages 3 to 5Resistant Rip MuralBilateral Hand UseProprioceptionProximal StabilityYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Scissors
Added Jan 9 · Ages 3 to 5Felt Resistance WallBilateral Hand UseProprioceptionProximal StabilityYou'll need: Cardboard · Craft Sticks · Felt · Glue · 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 9 · Ages 3+Sticky Bean RescueBilateral Hand UseGraspProprioceptionYou'll need: Beans · Craft Sticks · Plastic Container · Theraputty · Tongs
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 · 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 Bilateral Hand Use, we invite you to connect with us.
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