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 Feb 2 · Ages 3 to 5Sticky Sponge Dot PressDistal Finger ControlPincer GraspProprioceptionYou'll need: Plastic Container · Pom-poms · Sponge · Velcro
Added Jan 30 · Ages 3 to 5Foil Freight Slot PushDistal Finger ControlIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentPincer GraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Cardboard · Masking Tape · Paper Roll · Plastic Container · Scissors
Added Jan 22 · Ages 3+Plate Rim Precision TweezeDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UsePincer ControlYou'll need: Construction Paper · Container · Markers · Paper Plate · Tweezers
Added Jan 21 · Ages 3 to 5Foil Moat Precision DropDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil Pan · Container · Eyedropper · Food Coloring · Playdough · Water
Added Jan 19 · Ages 3+Foil Sticker PeelDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Container · Markers · Stickers · Tweezers
Added Jan 17 · Ages 3 to 5Tension Tube PushDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UseProprioceptionYou'll need: Container · Paper Roll · Pipe Cleaners · Playdough · Scissors
Added Jan 15 · Ages 3+Tight Stick Wedge PushDistal Finger ControlIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentProprioceptionYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Index Cards · Plastic Container · Theraputty
Added Jan 9 · Ages 3 to 5Paper Crease TunnelsDistal Finger ControlBilateral Hand UseVisual MotorYou'll need: Construction Paper · Egg Carton · Markers · Scissors
Added Dec 29 · Ages 3 to 5Noodle Tower ThreadDistal Finger ControlPincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Macaroni · Plastic Container · Playdough · Spaghetti
Added Dec 18 · Ages 3+Pom-pom Poking GardenDistal Finger ControlPincer GraspTripod GraspYou'll need: Plastic Container · Playdough · Pom-poms · Toothpicks
Added Dec 8 · Ages 3 to 5Sticky Straw ScoopDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspYou'll need: Construction Paper · Container · Masking Tape · Pom-poms · Straws
Added Nov 27 · Ages 3+Sequin Push MazeDistal Finger ControlFinger IsolationVisual MotorYou'll need: Foam Sheets · Markers · SequinsWhile 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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