What is my absolute favorite fine motor activity? Pokey Dots! We put a TIP grip on a corn cob holder (one prong cut off) and poke away! This works so well on promoting a tripod grasp. It also works on strengthening the flexor pollicus longus muscle. What is that?!...
So cool! Kids love it! Here is the video! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WB5x4XvaZj8 Materials: small cups eyedroppers baking soda Biocolor paint from www.DiscountSchoolSupply.com vinegar paper plate Directions: 1. Place baking powder into a small 2 oz cup or...
This video shows how to set up fine motor labs with our Pumpkin themed fine motor centers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gztXGIHM9Y&t=20s Here is the link to the Pumpkin Themed Fine Motor Labs:...
This is Jerry, an OT student that was on fieldwork at The Handwriting Clinic. Jerry humored us by being a Handwriting Clinic student for a session to show off fine motor activities and multi-sensory handwriting! Cameo appearance from Sam the therapy dog. The fine...
SCISSORS SKILLS PROGRAM - BUNDLE OF THEMES! Scissors skills are important to the development of grasp and fine motor skill readiness. We call these files “Crazy Scissors” because students do a crazy amount of cutting skills practice with one sheet of paper! If you...
Training Video - HOW TO HOLD TONGS CORRECTLY Tongs are awesome, IF held correctly! Tongs work on strengthening of hand muscles and separation of the two sides of the hand. This video will show how to hold tongs correctly and WHY they are so important! ...
Fun Step by Step Draw and Write for Differentiated Instruction Sequenced drawings build skills and confidence in drawing! So much fun! Below is a project from a student with autism who LOVES dinosaurs! Materials: pencil paint paint brush or sponge on a stick...
Occupational Therapist
I am Jan McCleskey creator of the Fine Motor Store and owner of The Handwriting Clinic