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 Apr 11 · Ages 6+Cosmic Antenna BalanceDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationProximal StabilityYou'll need: Baking Cups · Cardboard · Paper Clips · Playdough · Q-Tips
Added Apr 4 · Ages 3+Pool Noodle Penny BankDistal Finger ControlFinger StrengthIn-hand ManipulationYou'll need: Coins · Knife · Markers · Plastic Container · Pool Noodle
Added Apr 3 · Ages 3+Secret Cardboard Window LatchesDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UsePincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Index Cards · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Clips · Stickers
Added Apr 1 · Ages 3+Felt Fish Hook RescueDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Basket · Cardboard · Felt · Glue · Markers · Pipe Cleaners · Scissors
Added Mar 30 · Ages 3 to 5Foil Pan Color PondDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UsePincer GraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil Pan · Bowl · Eyedropper · Food Coloring · Paper Cup · Water
Added Mar 28 · Ages 6+Paper Roll Marble PlungeDistal Finger ControlMotor PlanningPincer GraspYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Marbles · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Roll · Plastic Container · Scissors
Added Mar 24 · Ages 3+Shaving Cream Marble MazeDistal Finger ControlFinger IsolationVisual MotorYou'll need: Food Coloring · Marbles · Markers · Masking Tape · Shaving Cream · Ziplock Bag
Added Feb 21 · Ages 3+Bottle Cap Finger SkatersDistal Finger ControlCrossing MidlineFinger IsolationYou'll need: Bottle · Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape
Added Feb 19 · Ages 3+Fan-Fold Color TowersDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UsePincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Glue · Index Cards · Markers · Pom-poms
Added Feb 15 · Ages 3+Sticky Maze Jewel HuntDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationMotor PlanningYou'll need: Beads · Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Plastic Container · Tweezers
Added Feb 11 · Ages 3+Bumpy Bubble Marble SlideDistal Finger ControlFinger IsolationTactile PerceptionYou'll need: Bubble Wrap · Marbles · Masking Tape
Added Feb 4 · Ages 3+Shredded Paper Glue DotDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UsePincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Container · Glue · Index Cards · Markers · TweezersWhile 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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