AnonyMouse_1326 Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 we are finding that the children in the nursery are not developing there fine motor skills so we are going to set up a table dedicated to this area has anyone out there got any ideas of things to put out so far we have come up with : play dough, sewing , cutting, pincers with small objects, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_4495 Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 You've mentioned a good few so far... how about - threading - cotton reals, chunky beads progressing to smaller ones as the children get older, dried pasta objects that have a screwing action shape sorters and 'posting' toys pegs of various sizes with boards craft activites with smaller decorations - sequins etc (obviously according to age) Woodwork - hammer, nails (accounting for individual supervision and H&S policies!) Lots of mark making opportunities with chunky pens, pencils, drawing, writing, tracing opportunities... Hope that helps - it's getting late and I need my zzzzzzzz.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_1999 Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 HI I know you already have the pincer/small objects but I find that pegs are excellent. I do use the pincers and small objects but sometimes find it leads to frustration as though they can 'operate' the pincers they have not got the control to actually pick the object up. I use a variety of coloured pegs on a bowl and they love taking them off the rim and putting them in the bowl and of course taking them out and putting them back on the rim - it's also great for colour recognition. I know of other people who do the same but with a plate. The small square lego bricks and the tiny 'half' squares are good too. We have some plastic templates in various shapes that have holes in and a lace secured at one end, great for threading, beads and laces are another idea, how about a selection of buttons for sorting and that's about all I can think of for now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_2846 Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Collct together a finger gym,which is basically a basket or box with things that need little fingers too work but that are attractive and appealling to children some items in ours are tweezers old clocks,radios etc spinnig tops squeezy toys etch a sketch wind up toys things with buttons,switches Also a peg game we play is excellent for pincer grips lots of colourful pegs cardboard plates a sand timer or cooking timer ready set go how many can you put a round your plate,which colour could you collect this time?etc(ofsted loved this) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Trigger spray bottles are great strengtheners Weaving Jar tops - opening/closing or other twisting toys Bead Frames Keyboard Eye droppers (Good for developing pincer grasp) The velcro fruit which you can cut Hammer toys Stickers with Peel off backing Lacing cards Buttons, fasteners etc Finger printing The list could go on forever.... Jo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 Although already mentioned, I bought a selection of different sized metal nuts and bolts from the local B&Q, the children love these either on their own or we have some plastic mechanno type things with holes in, which they join together with the bolts. Chopsticks and pasta or other items to pick up. Very popular with our Chinese New Year theme, must remember to do this other times of the year. It was amazing how much concentration, problem solving, perseverance and skill the children showed using the chopsticks. Peggy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 I think I've mentioned this one before, elsewhere, but its worth repeating. Icing sugar sprinkled on a clean surface or plastic mat. Lick your forefinger and get drawing!. Then lick your finger again and carry on! Works a treat, even with the most reluctant children. can get a bit sticky tho. If you can get some see-through mats its great to put bold images or their names (again big and bold) on a piece of paper underneath for them to trace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_2776 Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 (edited) What could help for a child who has a very weak hand strength? He had some difficulty holding a pencil. He is doing a bit better now (with the froggy leg), but he still lacks strength. When he draws a picture, you can hardly see it. Thanks in advance for your help. Edited October 2, 2005 by SmileyPR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Therapeutic putty There's a whole discussion on it somewhere on the forum. Can anyone help????????????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 1, 2005 Share Posted October 1, 2005 Hand Strengtheners: Playdough - squeezing, rolling, squashing, making holes with fingers/implements Tearing paper into strips and crumpling them into balls Scrunch up piece of newspaper in one hand Trigger sprays (Plant sprayer) Tweezers Shaking dice in cupped hand allowing air around dice Clothes Pegs - squeezing Eye droppers (pipettes) Squishy balls Finger puppets Drawing with finger or implement in sand, on back, rice etc etc Finger Rhymes Wheelbarrow walking crab walking Pushing up against a wall Basically any fine motor skill will help Ensure he has stability i.e. can put both feet flat on the floor when working and is sitting correctly Jo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_64 Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 The topic Kate is referring to can be found here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 A word of caution about the icing sugar - make sure you don't have any diabetics first! Stretching a small elastic band using thumb and forefinger is another strengthener. Your occupational therapist should be able to provide you with a list of hand and finger activities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_2776 Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 Thanks a million ! Sadly enough , we don't have an ocupational therapist. We are a private school in Europe. Anyway, I will try your suggestions and keep searching around. Have a nice week ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_2776 Posted October 2, 2005 Share Posted October 2, 2005 I found a nice web site ! http://www.shrewsbury-ma.gov/schools/beal/...activities.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonyMouse_2732 Posted October 7, 2005 Share Posted October 7, 2005 Hi, I agree with everything everyone has said, but along with the warning about diabetics I would add that you might be aware of any potential latex sensitivity.(It might seem weird, but it is actually my own problem - I had a very bad reaction to some 'fingered' balls in the baby room recently ) Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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