Skill· 3y–4y· 3 min
Playdough Worms and Faces
Parent guides child in rolling playdough between hands to create 'worms,' then adds facial features with a crayon. The agent coaches the parent to observe bilateral hand coordination, pencil grip patterns, and fine motor precision — building foundational skills for writing and tool use.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Child seated at table or on floor with stable surface. Two colors of playdough and one crayon or thick marker within reach. Space should be well-lit and free of distractions.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneUses finger-thumb pencil graspBody· 2.8y–4y· core
- MilestoneShapes playdough with controlBody· 3.3y–5y· core
- MilestoneControls tools effectivelyBody· 3.3y–5y· core· Steps 2, 3
- MilestoneManipulates materials to achieve a planned effect.Mind· 3.3y–5y· stretch
- MilestoneHandles varied tools with controlBody· 3.3y–5y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneChanges materials with simple toolsBody· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Steps 2, 3
Visual example
Coming soon