The ability to move just the very tips of the fingers while keeping the rest of the hand steady. This is key for small, precise movements like writing or buttoning.
Added Oct 22 · Ages 6+Penny Pencil PushesDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationWritingYou'll need: Coins · Crayons · Masking Tape · Paper · Pencil
Added Sep 17 · Ages 3 to 5Tilted Button SliderDistal Finger ControlFinger IsolationVisual MotorYou'll need: Buttons · Cardboard · Glue · Markers · Scissors · Yarn
Added Jul 31 · Ages 1 to 5Pudding Bead HuntDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationFinger StrengthYou'll need: Beads · Markers · Masking Tape · Pudding · Ziplock Bag
Added Jun 6 · Ages 1 to 5Cardboard Shutter-Bug CameraDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationMotor PlanningYou'll need: Cardboard · Index Cards · Markers · Masking Tape · Scissors
Added May 25 · Ages 3 to 5Paper Towel Tapestry BleedDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Eyedropper · Food Coloring · Markers · Paper Towels · Plastic Container · Water
Added May 24 · Ages 3+Straw Rocket BlastDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UseMotor PlanningYou'll need: Masking Tape · Paper · Pencil · Scissors · Straws
Added May 23 · Ages 3 to 5Yarn Ring Orbit SliderDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UsePincer GraspYou'll need: Beads · Hole Puncher · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Plate · Scissors · Yarn
Added May 15 · Ages 3+Cardboard Compass NavigatorDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationHand Arches/SeparationYou'll need: Buttons · Cardboard · Craft Sticks · Glue · Markers · Scissors · String
Added May 11 · Ages 3+Shimmering Mosaic Lid GardenDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspYou'll need: Bowl · Markers · Masking Tape · Plastic Container · Sequins
Added May 10 · Ages 3+Masking Tape Spoon ScraperDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Cardboard · Masking Tape · Spoon
Added May 8 · Ages 3+Upright Clip FenceDistal Finger ControlPincer ControlVisual MotorYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Clips · Scissors · Tweezers
Added Apr 16 · Ages 3 to 5Vertical Bead Zip-LineDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UseProximal StabilityYou'll need: Beads · Cardboard · Masking Tape · Paper Roll · Pipe Cleaners · 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 Distal Finger Control, we invite you to connect with us.
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