Using the tips of the thumb and index finger to pick up small objects. This delicate movement is used for eating finger foods, buttoning clothes, and eventually holding a pencil.
Added Feb 28 · Ages 3+Bubble Drop Precision RoadPincer ControlEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Bubble Wrap · Eyedropper · Food Coloring · Paper Towels · Plastic Container · Water
Added Feb 27 · Ages 3 to 5Sticky Finger Bead RescuePincer ControlFinger IsolationThumb OppositionYou'll need: Beads · Masking Tape · Paper Cup
Added Feb 27 · Ages 3 to 5Bead Bridge SlidePincer ControlCrossing MidlineEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Beads · Cardboard · Masking Tape · Paper Cup · Straws
Added Feb 26 · Ages 3 to 5Crumpled Leaf Twig TreePincer ControlIn-hand ManipulationIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentYou'll need: Branches · Clothespins · Container · Playdough · Tissue Paper
Added Feb 24 · Ages 3+Aluminum Foil Pincer BoatsPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Beads · Plastic Container · Tweezers · Water
Added Feb 22 · Ages 3 to 5Foil Button PressPincer ControlFinger StrengthGraspYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Buttons
Added Feb 22 · Ages 3+Royal Cardboard CuffPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Beads · Hole Puncher · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Roll · Scissors · Yarn
Added Feb 14 · Ages 3+Baking Cup Parachute DropPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Baking Cups · Hole Puncher · Masking Tape · Pom-poms · Scissors · Yarn
Added Feb 14 · Ages 3+Noodle Notch Shelf BuildPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseCuttingYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Knife · Pom-poms · Pool Noodle
Added Feb 9 · Ages 3+Baking Cup Coin BalancePincer ControlEye-Hand CoordinationFine Motor ControlYou'll need: Aluminum Foil Pan · Baking Cups · Coins · Water
Added Feb 7 · Ages 3+Putty Pancake DecoratorsPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseProprioceptionYou'll need: Beads · Paper Plate · Theraputty · Tongs · Tweezers
Added Feb 7 · Ages 3 to 5Heavy Foil Rock DecoratePincer ControlIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentProprioceptionYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Beans · Cardboard · Glue · MarkersWhile 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 Pincer Control, we invite you to connect with us.
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