Being able to use one finger at a time, like pointing with the index finger or pressing a specific button, without the other fingers moving along with it.
See our guide to pencil grasp patterns to see how this skill shows up in handwriting.
Added Oct 14 · Ages 3 to 5Tiny Bottle Cap PiesFinger IsolationPincer GraspTactile PerceptionYou'll need: Bottle Cap · Playdough · Rice · Tray
Added Sep 17 · Ages 3 to 5Fuzzy Path Finger ExplorerFinger IsolationTactile PerceptionVisual MotorYou'll need: Buttons · Cardboard · Cotton Balls · Felt · Glue · Markers · Sequins
Added Sep 17 · Ages 3 to 5Tilted Button SliderFinger IsolationDistal Finger ControlVisual MotorYou'll need: Buttons · Cardboard · Glue · Markers · Scissors · Yarn
Added Aug 23 · Ages 1 to 5Sticky Cup Pom-pom StuffFinger IsolationPincer ControlTactile PerceptionYou'll need: Masking Tape · Paper Cup · Pom-poms
Added Jul 27 · Ages 3 to 5Shimmering Treasure PopFinger IsolationFinger StrengthPincer GraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Baking Cups · Cardboard · Coins · Masking Tape
Added Jul 11 · Ages 3 to 5Cardboard Ring Finger HopFinger IsolationBilateral Hand UseVisual MotorYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Roll · Scissors
Added Jun 2 · Ages 3 to 5Masking Tape Finger LadderFinger IsolationPincer GraspShoulder StrengthYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Scissors
Added May 22 · Ages 3 to 5Finger Puppet Road TripFinger IsolationBilateral Hand UseVisual MotorYou'll need: Cardboard · Construction Paper · Markers · Scissors · Stickers
Added May 3 · Ages 3+Paper Plate Target DiscFinger IsolationBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Basket · Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Plate · Scissors
Added Apr 18 · Ages 1 to 5Baking Cup Hidden Bubble PopsFinger IsolationIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentSensory ProcessingYou'll need: Baking Cups · Bubble Wrap · Cardboard · Glue · Scissors
Added Mar 27 · Ages 1 to 5Silly String Bag StylistFinger IsolationMotor PlanningVisual MotorYou'll need: Markers · Masking Tape · Yarn · Ziplock Bag
Added Mar 24 · Ages 3+Shaving Cream Marble MazeFinger IsolationDistal Finger ControlVisual MotorYou'll need: Food Coloring · Marbles · Markers · Masking Tape · Shaving Cream · Ziplock BagWhile 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 Finger Isolation, we invite you to connect with us.
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