OT FUN at Home
Today we’re rescuing animals! I opted for animals, because these are the first two smallish toys I pulled from Max’s toy box, if your child is motivated by other items (cars, figurines, etc.) feel free to use those!
We’re using paper for the little ones (3-4 years old) to practice cutting with scissors and we’re using rubber bands for the older ones (5-6 years old) to work on fine motor manipulation and hand strength.
For the older kiddos this is also a great problem solving activity because you have to pull the rubber bands off in order! Once the older kiddos have rescued their animals you can always have them trace the outline and write the animal’s name above for some added handwriting practice!
Don’t have rubber bands? Try using hair ties!
Either way, have fun freeing the animals!