Fine Motor Foundations
•Reception
•Fine Motor Skills
•Place in pairs to create 'pond' boundaries
Alternative: Blue markers, blue hoops
Arrange as 'lily pads' between blue cones
Alternative: Paper plates, carpet squares
Place as 'rocks' in pond area
Alternative: Small mats, tape markers
Tie large knot at one end
Alternative: Thick wool, pipe cleaners
Place in hoops 20m from groups
Alternative: Pasta tubes, cut paper rolls
Ensure threading holes are large enough
Alternative: Large beads, cotton reels
Check for cracks or sharp edges
Alternative: Large serving spoons, plastic spoons
Ensure size appropriate for spoons
Alternative: Ping pong balls, bean bags
Use as 'bugs' for collection game
Alternative: Soft toys, scarves
Passing string or thread through holes in objects
Managing our movements carefully and precisely
Keeping steady and not falling over
Moving carefully around obstacles without bumping
Being very careful and exact with our movements
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting threaded objects, patterns in threading, measurement of distances
Materials and their properties, forces in balancing, hand muscles and movement
Cooperation and turn-taking, perseverance with challenges, celebrating effort
Rotate between stations to support learning, maintain overview of all groups
Fine motor control development, cooperation skills, safety awareness
Step in if children struggle with threading, support partner cooperation, address safety concerns
Show all fine motor movements slowly and clearly, emphasise finger positioning and bilateral coordination
Large hall or outdoor area, minimum 15m x 20m clear space
Non-slip surface, free from obstacles and hazards
Stop activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid and comfort
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