How skillful and quick the fingers are when handling small objects. Good dexterity helps with tying shoes, handling coins, and manipulating fasteners.
Added Dec 9 · Ages 3+Tissue Tear TreasuresHand DexterityIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentPincer GraspYou'll need: Construction Paper · Glue · Pencil · Tissue Paper
Added Nov 23 · Ages 6+Paper Plate FortressHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseSequencingYou'll need: Index Cards · Masking Tape · Paper Plate · Scissors
Added Aug 5 · Ages 3+Fuzzy Stick TwisterHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlFine Motor Control+2 moreYou'll need: Container · Craft Sticks · Markers · Pipe Cleaners
Added Jun 13 · Ages 1 to 5Squeeze Slot Mail DropHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseFine Motor ControlIntrinsic Muscle Development+3 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Container · Index Cards · Markers · Masking Tape
Added May 2 · Ages 3+Confetti RainmakersHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlFine Motor Control+2 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Hole Puncher · Paper Cup · Tongs
Added Jan 13 · Ages 3 to 5CrumplesHand DexterityEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspYou'll need: Construction Paper · Glue · Tissue Paper
Added Sep 9 · Ages 3+Fine Motor Beads KidsHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationFine Motor Control+3 moreYou'll need: Beads · Pipe Cleaners · Scissors
Added Aug 31 · Ages 3+Paper FlowerHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseFine Motor ControlFinger Strength+2 moreYou'll need: Baking Cups · Pipe Cleaners
Added Aug 18 · Ages 3 to 5Pincer PenguinHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseBody AwarenessIn-hand Manipulation+4 moreYou'll need: Glue · Pom-poms · Wiggle Eyes
Added Aug 14 · Ages 3+Acorn StamperHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseCuttingFine Motor Control+11 moreYou'll need: Beans · Construction Paper · Cotton Balls · Crayons · Glue · Leaves · Markers · Q-Tips · Scissors · Sponge · Tempera Paint
Added Aug 7 · Ages 3+Rainbow of SkillsHand DexterityBilateral Hand UseCuttingFinger Strength+2 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Glue · Paper Plate · Pen · Scissors
Added Aug 1 · Ages 3+Pop the WrapHand DexterityEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspTactile PerceptionYou'll need: Bubble Wrap · DiceWhile 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 Hand Dexterity, we invite you to connect with us.
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