Fun Activities

I love incorporating fine motor activities into our curriculum. Fine motor activities will help with the development of the small muscles of the hands.  An efficient grip on the pencil uses a tripod grasp (thumb, index and middle fingers) with an open space between the thumb and index finger.  This grasp on the pencil allows children to better form letters correctly and in a given small space using the fingers to make the pencil movements, vs. using the wrist or whole arm. Try one of these activities for improved muscle strength. Most of the items you can find at the dollar store.
Have fun!