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 Aug 5 · Ages 3+Fuzzy Stick TwisterIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlFine Motor Control+2 moreYou'll need: Container · Craft Sticks · Markers · Pipe Cleaners
Added Aug 4 · Ages 3 to 5Sensory Squeeze LinesIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlFine Motor Control+3 moreYou'll need: Cardboard · Construction Paper · Rice · Scissors · Spoon · Tempera Paint · Ziplock Bag
Added Aug 3 · Ages 3 to 5Sticky Shape PressIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationFine Motor Control+6 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Craft Sticks · Markers · Masking Tape
Added Jun 22 · Ages 6+Clip Straightener StackIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseFine Motor ControlFinger Strength+4 moreYou'll need: Paper Clips · Paper Plate · Playdough
Added Jun 20 · Ages 3 to 5Tear Tape ArtIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseFine Motor ControlFinger Strength+3 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Markers · Masking Tape · Plastic Container
Added Jun 13 · Ages 1 to 5Squeeze Slot Mail DropIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseFine Motor ControlHand Dexterity+3 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Container · Index Cards · Markers · Masking Tape
Added Jun 12 · Ages 3 to 5Vertical Tape ReliefIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseFine Motor ControlFinger Strength+4 moreYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Plastic Container · Stickers
Added Jun 10 · Ages 3+Screw Tower TwistIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentFine Motor ControlForearm PronationForearm Supination+6 moreYou'll need: Cardboard · Container · Markers · Nuts and Bolts · Pencil
Added May 16 · Ages 3+Coil Wrap PrecisionIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlFine Motor Control+3 moreYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Markers · Pipe Cleaners · Plastic Container · Stickers
Added May 2 · Ages 3+Confetti RainmakersIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlFine Motor Control+2 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Hole Puncher · Paper Cup · Tongs
Added Mar 6 · Ages 3 to 5Paper Roll Snip MonsterIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseCuttingEye-Hand Coordination+3 moreYou'll need: Glue · Markers · Paper Roll · Scissors · Wiggle Eyes
Added Feb 17 · Ages 3 to 5Squeeze Noodle MakerIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentBilateral Hand UseFine Motor ControlFinger Strength+4 moreYou'll need: Paper Plate · Playdough · 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 Intrinsic Muscle Development, we invite you to connect with us.
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