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 Feb 24 · Ages 1 to 5The Vertical Sponge TrailShoulder StrengthFinger StrengthVisual MotorYou'll need: Bowl · Butcher Paper · Markers · Masking Tape · Sponge · Water
Added Feb 18 · Ages 1 to 5Foil Pan Table SkaterShoulder StrengthCore StrengthCrossing MidlineYou'll need: Aluminum Foil Pan · Markers · Masking Tape · Sponge
Added Feb 13 · Ages 3+Air-Power Cup DeliveryShoulder StrengthMotor PlanningProprioceptionYou'll need: Balloon · Beans · Masking Tape · Paper Cup · Paper Plate · String
Added Jan 12 · Ages 3+Block Tower TugShoulder StrengthCore StrengthProprioceptionYou'll need: Blocks · Masking Tape · String · Yarn
Added Jan 9 · Ages 3+Stick Bridge ClipShoulder StrengthFinger StrengthPincer ControlYou'll need: Clothespins · Craft Sticks · Masking Tape
Added Dec 20 · Ages 3+Vertical Garden PushShoulder StrengthProximal StabilityWrist ExtensionYou'll need: Bucket · Craft Sticks · Theraputty
Added Dec 4 · Ages 3+Fuzzy Target TossShoulder StrengthCrossing MidlineVisual MotorYou'll need: Felt · Masking Tape · Pom-poms · Velcro
Added Nov 28 · Ages 3+Strong Pull ChainShoulder StrengthCore StrengthProprioceptionYou'll need: Boxes · Paper Roll · Yarn
Added Nov 18 · Ages 3+Foil Smash TargetShoulder StrengthIntrinsic Muscle DevelopmentProprioceptionYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Construction Paper · Masking Tape · Plastic Container
Added Jun 15 · Ages 3+Pillow Bridge BalanceShoulder StrengthBilateral Hand UseCore StrengthEye-Hand Coordination+2 moreYou'll need: Craft Sticks · Paper Cup · Pillows
Added Jun 8 · Ages 1 to 5Resistant Tear FeedShoulder StrengthBilateral Hand UseFinger StrengthGrasp+3 moreYou'll need: Cardboard · Construction Paper · Container · Masking Tape
Added May 10 · Ages 3+Foil Comet TossShoulder StrengthBilateral Hand UseEye-Hand CoordinationFine Motor Control+3 moreYou'll need: Aluminum Foil · Cardboard · Container · Masking Tape · StringWhile 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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