The Paper Roll Marble Plunge

OTPlan — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 15:54:13 +0000

This activity turns a simple paper roll into a fun, homemade gravity game for your child to enjoy at home. By using craft sticks as hurdles, your child will practice steady hands and careful movements to control the marble drop. It helps build the focus needed for writing while giving them a satisfying 'plunge' as the marbles hit the bottom. This game challenges their brain to plan which stick to move first to keep the marbles from falling too fast. It is a great way to work on fine movements in a playful way.

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Spiral Stick Rotator

OTPlan — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 05:53:18 +0000

This fun activity builds strength in the hands and forearms. It specifically targets forearm rotation (the twisting motion needed for opening jars or turning door handles). By decorating the craft stick with a spiral, your child must use controlled movements to guide the pattern through the narrow opening. This challenges their visual tracking skills and pincer grasp. Holding the container still with the helper hand also improves proximal stability at the shoulder.

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The Paper Roll Marble Plunge

Spiral Stick Rotator