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Make it Snappy
Make inexpensive snapping and stacking toys with plastic containers that have
snap-on lids.
Place an interesting object, such as a small car or block, inside.
Encourage your child to remove the lid and find the toy inside.
After finding it, have the child “hide” the toy again, and snap the top back on the
container.
Lace It Up
Special Needs Tip
Lids that fit loosely are easier to manage for children who have
difficulty using their fingers to open and close containers.
Practice lacing with these two ideas:
• Remove a shoelace from one of your child’s shoes. (An adult shoe would be
fine, too!) Show her how to put the lace back in and help her pull it through
the holes. The idea is to strengthen her finger and hand muscles, so do not
worry if she wants to skip holes or lace it her own way!
• Punch lots of holes in a piece of cardboard. Let your child use a shoelace to
weave in and out of the holes in any pattern or direction she chooses.
Never Enough Shoes
Gather some shoe boxes with lids.
Invite your child to lay the boxes end to end or stack them high.
Encourage her to imagine she is making a long train or building a house.
Add small accessories like empty film canisters or thread spools to make pretend
furniture and people.
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