Build Fine Motor Skills (E.4.9.2)
Sub Category: Physical Development
Credential Level: Level 2 •
Age Group: Infant, Toddler, Pre-K
COMPETENCY STATEMENT
Provides children with opportunities to engage in a variety of activities that support the development of fine motor skills (age-appropriate finger foods, writing, dress-up dolls, tongs, manipulatives, lacing cards)
DEFINITIONS
Teachers give children chances to use their hands and fingers through activities like using tongs, lacing cards, and dressing dolls. These tasks help children build control and strength in their hands. Fine motor skills are important for writing, eating, and self-care.
EXAMPLES
Build Fine Motor Skills
Age Group: Toddler
Age Group: Toddler
In this exemplar video, a teacher uses play dough with toddlers to encourage fine motor skills. Notice how the teacher uses clear, slow motions, demonstrating actions like roll, pound, poke, pat, and squeeze and repeats these steps so toddlers can imitate.
Build Fine Motor Skills
Age Group: Toddler
Age Group: Toddler
In this exemplar video, a teacher supports toddlers’ fine motor development by pouring water between cups. Notice how the teacher models actions such as pour and encourages repeated small hand movements throughout the interaction, providing opportunities for children to engage in activities that support fine motor skill development.
Build Fine Motor Skills
Age Group: Toddler
Age Group: Toddler
In this exemplar video, a teacher supports toddlers’ fine motor development by stacking manipulatives. Notice how the teacher encourages repeated small hand movements during the interaction, providing opportunities for children to engage in activities that support fine motor skill development.