Skill· 5y–6y· 3 min
Crazy Family Hairdos with Playdough
Parent and child create funny hairstyles and facial hair for family member pictures using rolled playdough strips. The agent coaches the parent to observe fine motor control, bilateral coordination, and hand strength development while fostering creativity and family connection.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Playdough in various colors, pictures of family members (printed or on a tablet/phone), flat surface for rolling playdough. Child should be seated comfortably with good posture for fine motor work.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneShapes playdough with controlBody· 3.3y–5y· core
- MilestoneApplies pincer grip in tasksBody· 12mo–2y· stretch
- MilestoneManipulates materials to achieve a planned effect.Mind· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Steps 2, 3
- MilestoneCreate simple representations of events, people and objects.Mind· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneHandles varied tools with controlBody· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 3
Visual example
Coming soon