The opening and closing motion of cutting with scissors helps children develop the small muscles in their hands otherwise known as fine motor skills. These muscles are crucial for holding a pencil or crayons and gripping and manipulating objects.
Developing and strengthening a pinch grip is needed for handwriting skills. Pinch grip activities can be thought of as pre-writing skills. Many activities, games, and crafts can involve pinching with the thumb and one or two fingers. Participating in these activities can help children develop a functional pinch grip.
When it comes to the importance of sensory play, this is a crucial factor because it establishes a foundation for preschoolers to be able to work towards more complex tasks, strengthens language development, improves problem solving skills and supports cognitive growth.
The opening and closing motion of cutting with scissors helps children develop the small muscles in their hands otherwise known as fine motor skills. These muscles are crucial for holding a pencil or crayons and gripping and manipulating objects.
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Early Learning Groups
The early learning groups are designed and facilitated by a pediatric occupational therapy assistant and are beneficial for ALL children.
The groups consist of playful gross motor, fine motor, and sensory activities that promote skills like coordination, self-regulation, fine motor skills, strength and more!
Each group is centered around its own kid-friendly theme and is packed with 180 minutes of developmental-boosting fun! All early learning groups are located at Play 2 Learns home base in Palmyra, WI.
