Developing a Fine Motor Program for Classroom or Therapy

Developing a Fine Motor Program for Classroom or Therapy - Article by Jan McCleskey, MA, OTR

This is an article for teachers or for occupational therapists, to teach how to develop a program for classroom or therapy for fine motor skills. Perfect for a training inservice for staff.

Contents of training article:

• Developmental fine motor skills (preschool – 1st grade)

• Typical and atypical grasp patterns

• Research on development of grasp patterns

• TIP grip protocol for developing grasp

• Coloring labs

• Tongs labs

• Scissors labs

• Preschool– Kactivities:

• Wake up hands

• Strong hands

• Smart hands

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