Creativity & Imagination
Why This Stage Matters
Fine motor skills power the small movements kids use every day — from zipping jackets to holding pencils. Strong hands and fingers build independence, confidence, and readiness for school.
Key Developmental Milestones
EXPERT INSIGHT
“Imagination makes play magical. Open-ended toys let kids invent, explore, and express their ideas in joyful ways.”
LINDY, SLP
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Creativity & Imagination
Why This Skill Matters
Fine motor skills power the small movements kids use every day — from zipping jackets to holding pencils. Strong hands and fingers build independence, confidence, and readiness for school.
Milestones
- 1 yr: Picks up small objects, stacks 2 blocks
- 2 yrs: Scribbles, strings beads, turns pages
- 3 yrs: Cuts with scissors, imitates shapes
- 4 yrs: Draws people with detail, buttons clothes
- 5 yrs: Prints letters, colors with control
- 6–8 yrs: Crafts with precision, writes fluently
EXPERT INSIGHT
“Imagination makes play magical. Open-ended toys let kids invent, explore, and express their ideas in joyful ways.”
LINDY, SLP
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