Skill· 10mo–12mo· 2 min
Open and Close Small Boxes
This helps practice opening and closing a small box. Open and close a small box to build fine motor skills. Give your child an empty matchbox or similar object. Show them how to open and close it slowly, using both hands. Encourage them to try it on the
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What you'll need
You'll need a small box, like an empty matchbox. This helps practice opening and closing a small box.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneShows interest in toys with buttons, flaps and simple mechanisms and beginning to learn to operate them.Mind· 8mo–20mo· core· Step 1
- MilestoneUses objects functionallyMind· 10mo–15mo· core· Step 1
- MilestonePincer grasp for small objectsBody· 8mo–12mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestonePicks up tiny itemsBody· 9mo–16mo· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneApplies pincer grip in tasksBody· 12mo–2y· stretch· Step 2
Visual example
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