Can be used to match colours and develop fine motor skills
Can also be used for a numeracy activity
Includes 7 monsters - Red, Pink, Yellow, Grey, Blue, Green & Multicoloured
Fine motor skills activity to include in continuous provision.
Children could cut out the spots to stick on the bandana, they could finger paint spots on, use sequins or pom poms.These sheets could be laminated and used with felt tip pens/dry wipe pens. There are many implementations depending upon your intention.
Fine & Gross Motor Skills Progression – Nursery to Reception
Support physical development with this term-by-term progression guide for early years. Designed for Nursery and Reception, this resource helps you plan and track children’s motor skill development with ease.
Clear Progression – Outlines expected milestones for each term.
Fine & Gross Motor Skills – Covers everything from pencil grip and scissor skills to balance and coordination.
Practical & Easy to Use – Perfect for planning, assessment, and ensuring curriculum coverage.
Ideal for teachers who want to build strong foundations for writing, self-care, and physical confidence in young learners!
This 12-page fine motor skills resource for EYFS and KS1 supports early handwriting development through tracing activities.
Each page features a variety of patterns, dotted lines, and shapes for children to trace over, helping to strengthen pencil control, hand-eye coordination, and pre-writing skills.
The resource encourages precision and confidence in mark-making, making it a valuable tool for early learners.
The sheets can be laminated for flexible use and added to the writing corner.
Vegetable Garden Cut and Stick Activity | EYFS Fine Motor Skills | Nursery
This vegetable garden cut and stick activity is a simple and engaging resource designed for nursery and early years children. Children cut out the vegetables and “plant” them in their own vegetable garden patch.
Cutting and sticking activities are a great way to support fine motor development while also encouraging creativity and conversation. These types of activities can also be very calming for young children, helping them to focus and remain engaged.
This activity also works well alongside topics such as healthy eating, food, growing and gardens.
For an extended learning experience, you can place a bowl of real vegetables in the middle of the table so children can explore, name and match them to the pictures.
Develop fine motor and early handwriting skills with this Gingerbread Man loose parts activity. Perfect for EYFS provision and festive learning.
Children use loose parts, pom poms and tweezers to place items onto the Gingerbread Man, helping to strengthen hand muscles, improve fine motor control, and build hand–eye coordination in preparation for early writing.
This activity links beautifully to The Gingerbread Man story and works well as a child-led provision task or an adult-led focused activity after reading the story.
What’s included:
1 printable Gingerbread Man fine motor mat (PDF)
Designed for use with loose parts or tweezers
Clear, engaging layout for independent or guided play
Perfect for:
✔ EYFS fine motor development
✔ Early handwriting readiness
✔ Gingerbread Man themed learning
✔ Provision areas and small-group work
This Daffodil Fine Motor Activity is a fun, hands-on resource designed to develop fine motor skills and hand strength in Early Years and KS1 learners. Children place pom poms or loose parts onto the daffodil template using tweezers, helping to build the small muscle control needed for early writing.
The resource includes 3 printable PDF daffodil designs, giving children a variety of engaging backgrounds to explore while practising their fine motor control and hand–eye coordination.
This activity is perfect for Spring topics, St David’s Day celebrations, or nature-themed learning. It works well in continuous provision as an independent task or as part of a fine motor skills station.
Ideal for:
• Early Years and KS1 classrooms
• Fine motor skill development
• Spring and nature topics
• St David’s Day activities
• Independent provision tasks
Simply print and add pom poms, counters or other loose parts to create a simple and engaging classroom activity.
Fine motor skills and scissor skills activity for continuous provision.
Talk about what happens to the trees in autumn and discuss the changing seasons. Cut out the different parts to create autumn trees.
A set of shapes for children to improve their cutting skills.
There are 11 large shapes and 2 pages showing small shapes which can be used for assessment.
15 activities for students to develop their fine motor skills. Each activity includes illustrated instructions, a box label and printable material. Activities may require extra materials (scissors, glue, beads, etc.).
All young children need to master fine motor control to equip them for handwriting, math, and more.
Some of the Activities:
Fine Motor Skills: 4 lacing cards
Fine Motor Skills: 2 "Make Your Own" Fold-able Clocks- Lift the flap to see how to read the minute hand more clearly.
Fine Motor Skills: 6 Circle Time Tracing and shading Task cards
Fine Motor Skills: 24 Scissor Skills Task Cards
including fall, winter, spring, and holiday themes!
Perfect for centers, homeschoolers, group activities, and quiet time.
Children can decorate their own pumpkin using a variety of materials. Two versions of the pumpkin template are provided:
Black and White Pumpkin
Colour Pumpkin
This flexible activity allows for a wide range of engagement levels. Children can use finger painting, dabber pens, or loose parts like buttons, beads, poms, or natural materials such as leaves or seeds. For an extra fine motor challenge, provide tweezers or mini tongs for placing materials.
very good resource to use with students. it can help them to understand the difference between both motor skills. activities included. exam question and answer provided. for Human lifespan and development unit
Elevate your child’s fine motor skills with our expertly crafted “OT Fine Motor Skills Development Workbook.” This 12-page resource is meticulously designed to provide a holistic approach to enhancing fine motor abilities in children. Whether you’re a parent seeking to enrich your child’s developmental journey or an educator/occupational therapist looking for a valuable tool, this workbook is tailored to meet your needs.
Key Features:
Comprehensive Skill Development: Dive into a well-rounded collection of activities that target various aspects of fine motor skills. From hand-eye coordination to finger dexterity, each page is crafted to nurture a spectrum of essential developmental areas.
Engaging Worksheets: Captivate young learners with visually appealing and stimulating worksheets. Our activities are carefully curated to be both educational and enjoyable, ensuring that children remain actively involved in their learning experience.
Parent, Educator, and Therapist Friendly: Whether you’re a parent guiding your child at home, an educator integrating skill development into lessons, or an occupational therapist seeking effective tools, this workbook accommodates diverse learning environments.
Strategic Progression: The workbook follows a strategic progression, introducing foundational skills and gradually advancing to more complex tasks. This ensures a scaffolded learning experience, allowing children to build confidence and competence.
Expert Design: Developed by professionals in child development and occupational therapy, this workbook reflects the expertise needed to optimize fine motor skill enhancement. The activities align with best practices to support your child’s growth.
Ideal for Various Ages: Tailored for a broad age range, the workbook accommodates the developmental needs of different children. Whether you’re working with preschoolers or early elementary students, you’ll find the content adaptable and beneficial.
Unlock the potential for fine motor skill mastery with our “OT Fine Motor Skills Development Workbook.” Empower children with the tools they need to excel in tasks that require precision and coordination. This resource is more than just a workbook; it’s a valuable companion in the journey towards fostering essential motor skills that lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning and accomplishment.
Use this tree with falling leaves to help your students improve their fine motor skills and pencil control skills as they follow the leaf trails to the ground. This can be used as a stand alone activity ( we use it as morning work) or as part of a lesson that focuses on fine motor skills, the children can also be encouraged to add their own leaves to the tree and colour it in with the appropriate colours.