I like how this fine motor skills activity utilizes dyed oatmeal since you can also use it in so many other ways. Just place a bin of dyed oatmeal out and you have an easy sensory activity. Kids can scoop, pour and measure with it. By adding a few simple supplies to the dyed oats,…
Counting Bead Fun
This Counting Bead Fun activity was inspired by an activity that my kids did when they were in preschool. I loved the idea for counting and it reminded me of the You Can Count on Me math activity we had done in the past. This is a very simple activity to set up requiring just a few…
Fine Motor Work with Golf Tees
I’ve mentioned in the past how I have this out of control craft/activity closet. Every time I pick up a new item for a fun kids activity, I just throw it in there and I usually end up forgetting about it. Once in a while, I get a bee in my bonnet and clean the…
Marshmallow Sculptures
One of our favorite kids activities that we have done time and time again is making Marshmallow Sculptures. The idea is simple enough – give kids some mini marshmallows and toothpicks and watch as they attach them to make sculptures. So let’s get this straight…I will be cleaning out my pantry, the kids will be occupied (while…
Fine Motor Skills for Preschoolers – Pasta Play
Fine motor skills are an important part of a child’s development and success at school. When I was teaching Preschool and Kindergarten, I created many fine motor activities to help kids with weak fine motor skills. After I had my own kids, I saw that they could benefit from these activities, even if they faced no…
Fine Motor Skills Water Art
Are you looking for a fun activity for your kids that doesn’t take a ton of set up time? Then this Fine Motor Skills Water Art activity is right up your alley. Kids can set up most of the activity themselves. This art activity combines creativity with fine motor skills which makes it perfect for little…
St. Patrick’s Day Kids Fine Motor Activities
One of our most popular posts has been our 18 Fine Motor Activities for Preschoolers, which inspired me to compile this resource of 20 St. Patrick’s Day Kids Fine Motor Activities. Even if you’re not Irish, you probably celebrate St. Patrick’s day in one way or another. You may have a leprechaun magically visit your home leaving…
Valentine’s Day Fine Motor Skills Activities for Kids
One of our most popular posts has been our 18 Fine Motor Activities for Preschoolers, so I was inspired to gather some of my favorite Valentine’s Day Fine Motor Skills Activities for Kids. These kids activities are great for preschoolers and kindergartners that need to work on strengthening those important small hand muscles. Fine motor skills…
Christmas Fine Motor Skills Activities
You may have noticed that Pinterest is already full of Christmas activities and ideas. I felt a bit of a panic when I saw that and realized that I needed to get on my game. One of our most popular posts has been on Fall Fine Motor Activities, so I was inspired to gather some of…
Halloween Fine Motor Activities
Every time we have been at a store this past week my kids have been begging for Halloween costumes, candy, toys and decorations. With the stores putting stuff out earlier and earlier, the Halloween frenzy is in full swing. So how do I take advantage of my kids excitement for Halloween without breaking the bank? …
