When it comes to gross motor skills such as running, jumping and walking, most children don’t need much encouragement. However, fine motor skills that involve the small muscle manipulation of the fingers, thumb and wrist can take a little more practice. Since fine motor development is just as important as gross motor development, finding ways to incorporate activities that strengthen these muscles is essential. Especially considering the importance of dexterity in so many facets of our lives.
Fine motor skills aren’t only necessary for the movement of small muscles in the fingers, they are great for eye coordination as well. It’s important to encourage your child to strengthen those fine motor skills when they are still infants and toddlers since it makes life as a small child much easier. You can help your child hone his/her fine motor skill development by making fun activity games with them. Read on to learn 5 activities I created with Eben when he was an infant and toddler, then hit your recycling bin for all of the supplies that you will need. The best part, your child will have just as much fun making the games with you as he will using the games.
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