Stability in the upper arms and shoulders allows the hands to do delicate work. Strong shoulders help kids write or draw for longer periods without getting tired.
Added Oct 7 · Ages 3 to 5Heavy Blanket Nest TugShoulder StrengthMotor PlanningProprioceptionYou'll need: Basket · Blanket · Pillows · Stuffed Animal
Added Sep 23 · Ages 3+Prone Balloon Target BopShoulder StrengthCore StrengthEye-Hand CoordinationYou'll need: Balloon · Butcher Paper · Markers · Masking Tape
Added Sep 13 · Ages 3 to 5Vertical Pipe Cleaner MeadowShoulder StrengthEye-Hand CoordinationPincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Pipe Cleaners · Pom-poms · Scissors
Added Aug 27 · Ages 3 to 5Under-Table Tissue GalaxyShoulder StrengthCore StrengthIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentYou'll need: Cardboard · Masking Tape · Tissue Paper
Added Aug 17 · Ages 3+Rainbow Ribbon Wall WeaveShoulder StrengthBilateral Hand UseMotor PlanningYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Ribbon · Scissors
Added Aug 13 · Ages 3 to 5Vertical Felt Leaf ClipShoulder StrengthCrossing MidlinePincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Clothespins · Felt · Markers · Masking Tape · Scissors
Added Jul 19 · Ages 1 to 5Sticky Ribbon Rainbow ReachShoulder StrengthCrossing MidlinePincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Masking Tape · Ribbon
Added Jun 4 · Ages 3 to 5Vertical Cloud GardenShoulder StrengthEye-Hand CoordinationPincer ControlYou'll need: Basket · Cotton Balls · Masking Tape · Paper Cup · Tongs
Added Jun 2 · Ages 3 to 5Masking Tape Finger LadderShoulder StrengthFinger IsolationPincer GraspYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Scissors
Added May 18 · Ages 3+Brave Cardboard ShieldShoulder StrengthEye-Hand CoordinationProximal StabilityYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Pom-poms · Ribbon · Scissors
Added May 14 · Ages 3 to 5Musical Ribbon ShakerShoulder StrengthPincer GraspSensory ProcessingYou'll need: Beans · Glue · Markers · Masking Tape · Paper Plate · Ribbon · Stapler
Added May 13 · Ages 3+Under-Table Starry NightShoulder StrengthPincer GraspProximal StabilityYou'll need: Cardboard · Markers · Masking Tape · Pen · Q-TipsWhile 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 Shoulder Strength, we invite you to connect with us.
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