PIF Categories: Fine motor skills
In-hand manipulation
What is in-hand manipulation? It’s when you use your fingers and thumb to move an object into position for an activity using one hand. For example, picking up a pen and […]
Pincer grip
What is a pincer grip? It’s a developmental milestone that’s normally formed using the thumb and index finger. A pincer grip allows you to pick up small objects. It usually […]
Hand dominance
What is hand dominance? It’s the hand that you use to write and perform most activities. How to help your child establish hand dominance It’s important to encourage daily activities […]
Hand dexterity
What is hand dexterity? It’s the ability to perform small, precise hand movements with flow and accuracy using the small muscles of your hand. Your child’s hand dexterity is based […]
Finger isolation and finger games
Why is finger isolation important? Being able to move your fingers in isolation allows us to complete a fine motor task, especially with writing. As our writing skills mature, we […]
Finger dexterity
What is finger dexterity? It’s the ability to perform small, precise hand movements with flow and accuracy. Your child’s dexterity is based on efficient development of foundation skills including: proprioception […]