Feb 26, 2025
Fine motor activities that use small hand and finger movements are essential for building the strength, dexterity, and control children need to hold a crayon or pencil effectively.
Through playful, engaging activities children develop the coordination and hand strength necessary for writing. These activities provide opportunities for creativity and skill-building while laying the foundation for future writing success. Encouraging these tasks regularly helps children gain the physical confidence they need to become successful writers!
Podding peas is a fantastic activity for developing fine motor skills in young children. It’s a simple yet highly effective way to help children build hand strength, coordination, and dexterity while engaging them in a fun, hands-on task.
Beyond motor skills, podding peas also promotes concentration, problem-solving, counting, and sensory exploration, making it a well-rounded activity that supports both physical and cognitive development.
Give your child some pea pods and demonstrate how to remove the peas from the pod. This is a messy, but rewarding job, so you might want to do this outside! Put the pods in the food waste and the peas in a pan of water ready to cook and eat with your dinner.
Remind your child to wash their hands before handling food. Involve them in choosing the meal to go alongside the peas. Is there any other food preparation that they can take part in?