Growing Hands-On Kids

Child development tips, tools, and strategies.

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DIY Button and Bead Magnets for Hands-On Activities

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I’m always looking for ways to use items we already have in a new way. I love do-a-dot pages and you can use them in so many different ways instead of just the markers. So I created these DIY button and bead magnets that you can use for any hands-on activity. They work really well […]

Seashell Washing Activity for Practical Life Skills

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We have been on a beach and ocean theme here this week, mostly because mama is really missing the beach right now. I decided to bring the beach to my daughter since she has yet to experience it. We set up a beach-themed water table outside and for inside we did this really fun seashell […]

Pencil Grasp Development Handout

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I’m often asked what typical pencil grasp development looks like. We tackled this topic in a previous post, but I had a reader reach out to me asking for a one-page handout that she could share with parents and teachers. So I created this pencil grasp development handout that you can use as a quick […]

25 Play Dough Invitation to Play Activities for Kids

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My 3-year-old LOVES play dough. There are so many great activities you can use play dough with. One of my favorites is play dough invitation to play kits. Today I’ve gathered 25 of my favorite play dough invitation to play activities to share with you. What is a Play Dough Invitation to Play Activity? If […]

Scissor Skill Development Checklist for Ages 2-6

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Have you ever wondered when you should introduce your child or student to scissors? It may be a lot earlier than you think. Today, let’s look at scissor skill development for ages 2-6. Plus I have an easy checklist for you at the end of this post! Skills Needed for Cutting Success Cutting involves a […]

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