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Children develop motor skills at different rates. Offer a range of difficulty
in your classroom materials and activities. For example, put out a few
puzzles where each piece has its own space along with puzzles with a few
interlocking pieces. Change them when you see children are ready for a
greater challenge.
Two year olds are learning eye-hand coordination. The random marks they
used to make with crayons begin to look like lines and enclosed shapes. These
shapes begin to look more like circles and later, squares.
Plan fine muscle activities that last for very short periods of time because it is
difficult for young children to concentrate on these tasks. Active large muscle
activities should follow periods of quiet fine motor play.
There is an important connection between a child’s physical development
and other areas of growth. When a child feels confident to explore using her
physical skills, she is more willing to attempt new experiences.