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Fine motor weakness with handwriting can be seen with a poor grasp, or by alternating hands while coloring and writing. This inefficiency can lead to fatigue and difficulty keeping pace. During self-care, kids with fine motor deficits may show difficulty using zippers or other clothing fasteners, as well as having difficulty during at meals and snacks being unable to open containers and packages. Here are some ideas to help your students who stuggle with fine motor skills:
In general, encouraging more play with items that children can manipulate in their hands, especially things with resistance, will promote better hand strength and fine motor control. Touch screens and video games do not really promote fine motor development. "Hands on" interaction with the physical world through touch and feel is required.
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