Fine Motor Skills
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
“Fine motor play is an intrigual part of development as it sets the foundation for skills to support skills for everyday tasks such as writing, reading and self-care!”
PAULINE, OT
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Fine Motor Skills
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
“Fine motor play is an intrigual part of development as it sets the foundation for skills to support skills for everyday tasks such as writing, reading and self-care!”
PAULINE, OT
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