Strengthening the tiny muscles located deep inside the hand. These small muscles are vital for cupping the palm to hold water, making precise finger movements, and holding a pencil with good control.
Added Feb 9 · Ages 3+Cardboard Tunnel ConnectorsIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseProprioceptionYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Pipe Cleaners · Scissors
Added Feb 8 · Ages 3+Heavy Paper Link BuildersIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseMotor PlanningYou'll need: Container · Index Cards · Markers · Masking Tape · Pipe Cleaners
Added Feb 7 · Ages 3 to 5Heavy Foil Rock DecorateIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentPincer ControlProprioceptionYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Beans · Cardboard · Glue · Markers
Added Feb 2 · Ages 3+Tissue Paper Rope ArtIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseVisual MotorYou'll need: Construction Paper · Glue · Markers · Plastic Container · Tissue Paper
Added Jan 30 · Ages 3+Foil Sculpture Clip ArtIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentFinger StrengthPincer GraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Clothespins · Construction Paper · Glue · Scissors
Added Jan 30 · Ages 3 to 5Foil Freight Slot PushIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentDistal Finger ControlPincer GraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Cardboard · Masking Tape · Paper Roll · Plastic Container · Scissors
Added Jan 30 · Ages 3+Felt Punch Mosaic ArtIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentPincer ControlTripod GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Construction Paper · Felt · Glue · Hole Puncher · Masking Tape · Scissors · Tweezers
Added Jan 29 · Ages 3 to 5Foil Shape Sticker SculpturesIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentPincer GraspWrist ExtensionYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Construction Paper · Masking Tape · Stickers
Added Jan 19 · Ages 3+Coil Drop TargetIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentEye-Hand CoordinationPincer ControlYou'll need: Clothespins · Container · Eyedropper · Food Coloring · Markers · Paper Cup · Pipe Cleaners · Water
Added Jan 15 · Ages 3+Tight Stick Wedge PushIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentDistal Finger ControlProprioceptionYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Index Cards · Plastic Container · Theraputty
Added Jan 13 · Ages 3 to 5Pipe Cleaner Ring DropIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Construction Paper · Masking Tape · Pipe Cleaners · Plastic Container · Scissors
Added Jan 11 · Ages 3+Tight Cardboard TiesIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseMotor PlanningYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Pencil · Pipe Cleaners · ScissorsWhile 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 Intrinsic Muscle Development, we invite you to connect with us.
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