Handy Scoops

R 69.95 ZAR

Description

 These cute Handy Scoops are a handy way to build the muscles needed for scissor cutting! Tools feature translucent scoops and easy to grip handles for developing fine motor skills. Holes in the scoops allow for catch-and-release fun during water play.

Features: 

  • 1 Handy Scoop measures: 15 cm (L) x 5 cm (W)

What our OT says:

One of my favourite fine motor tools. This scoop offers several benefits, especially for children’s motor skills and sensory experiences.

  • Fine Motor Skills Enhancement: By manipulating sensory materials using scoops, children refine and build motor skills. These include: Pincer Grasp: Using the thumb and index finger to pick up small objects. Precise Wrist Movements: Coordinating wrist movements for controlled actions. Arch Development: Strengthening the arches of the hand. Wrist Extension: Extending the wrist to manipulate tools effectively. Separation of Wrist from Elbow: Developing distal motor control. These skills are crucial for tasks like scissor cutting and writing.
  • Proximal Stability and Distal Mobility: Scooping and pouring involve using the proximal arm (shoulder and elbow) for stability while the distal arm (wrist, hand, thumb, and fingers) performs precise movements. Separating stability from mobility is essential for fine motor tasks like colouring with fingers instead of the whole arm.
  • Sensory Exploration: The weight and texture of sensory materials in the scoops provide valuable sensory experiences. Children are exposed to different textures during sensory play. Using a scoop is a fun tool to add.
  • Crossing the Midline: Scooping and pouring encourage crossing the midline (reaching across the body), promoting bilateral coordination.
  • Multi-sensory Learning: Combining touch (handling the scoops) and sight (observing the materials) enriches learning experiences.

These Handy Scoops not only prepare children for scissor cutting but also contribute to overall fine motor development.

 

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