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 Aug 2 · Ages 3+Stick Target LaunchPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand Coordination+4 moreYou'll need: Boxes · Construction Paper · Craft Sticks · Masking Tape · Pom-poms
Added Jul 6 · Ages 3+Foil Drip MazePincer ControlBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand Coordination+4 moreYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Cardboard · Container · Eyedropper · Food Coloring · Markers · Water
Added Jun 12 · Ages 3 to 5Vertical Tape ReliefPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseFine Motor ControlFinger Strength+4 moreYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Plastic Container · Stickers
Added Jun 1 · Ages 3+Thumb Flick Target GamePincer ControlBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlEye-Hand Coordination+3 moreYou'll need: Buttons · Index Cards · Masking Tape · Plastic Container
Added May 2 · Ages 3+Confetti RainmakersPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseDistal Finger ControlFine Motor Control+2 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Hole Puncher · Paper Cup · Tongs
Added Mar 15 · Ages 3 to 5Plate Cymbal MarchPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationSequencing+1 moreYou'll need: Hole Puncher · Paper Plate · Pipe Cleaners
Added Feb 1 · Ages 1 to 3Fuzzy Stick PostboxPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationFine Motor Control+2 moreYou'll need: Cardboard · Pipe Cleaners
Added Jan 5 · Ages 3 to 5Sticky Web ArtPincer ControlCore StrengthDistal Finger ControlFine Motor Control+3 moreYou'll need: Masking Tape · Pom-poms · Tissue Paper · Wiggle Eyes
Added Jun 24 · Ages 3 to 5Tacky Tape Puzzle Pull-OffPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationProximal Stability+1 moreYou'll need: Construction Paper · Masking Tape · Pom-poms · Stickers
Added Aug 18 · Ages 3 to 5Pincer PenguinPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseBody AwarenessHand Dexterity+4 moreYou'll need: Glue · Pom-poms · Wiggle Eyes
Added Aug 14 · Ages 3+Acorn StamperPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseCuttingFine Motor Control+11 moreYou'll need: Beans · Construction Paper · Cotton Balls · Crayons · Glue · Leaves · Markers · Q-Tips · Scissors · Sponge · Tempera Paint
Added Jun 24 · Ages 3 to 5Straw NecklacesPincer ControlBilateral Hand UseCuttingHand Arches/Separation+1 moreYou'll need: Scissors · Straws · String · YarnWhile 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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