Motor Development
FEATS TechniquesHolding a Writing Implement Properly
Holding a crayon or pen properly is important because it builds good...
Picking Up Small Objects with a Pincer Grasp
With a PINCER GRASP (the tips of the index finger and thumb) Use of the...
Manipulating Objects at Midline
Grasping and manipulating provide the basis for exploration and learning....
Kicking A Rolling Ball
“Getting Your Kicks” Have your child stand in one place. You roll a ball...
Somersaults
“Tumbling Tykes” Don’t be afraid! Show your child how it’s done! Talk to...
Hopping Forward Ten Feet on Either Foot Without Help
“Let’s Go Do The Hop!” Demonstrate hopping forward on one foot for your...
Skipping
“Don’t Skip The Basics” Skipping can be a difficult skill for your child...
Riding a Tricycle
Riding a Tricycle with Pedals, Maneuvering Around Obstacles, Turning,...
Using a “Hurried” Walk/Running
“Oh My, Aren’t You In A HURRY!” Prompt your child to engage in games of...
Walking Alone
“These Boots Are Made For Walkin” Walk holding both of your...
Cruising
Oh, You’re Cruising” Place a favorite toy a few feet away while your...
Standing Alone
“Stand On Your Own Two Feet” Use a standing position to remove your...
Pulling to a Standing Position
“You’ve Gotta Pull Your Own Weight” Draw your child’s attention to...
Sitting Alone
“Sittin” Pretty” Move your child to a sitting position and provide...
Building Abdominal Strength
“Gut Check” Sit on the floor and allow your child to lie face-up on your...
Crawling
“You Gotta Crawl Before You Walk” To achieve a quadruped position (on...