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27 FINE MOTOR • • • • • • • • • • Demonstrates increase in visual abilities Following a person’s face with eyes Inspecting own hands Gradually coordinate their eye movements to what is in their line of vision Use vision and hands to explore large and small objects within their reach Grasping adult’s finger Observe and transfer objects back and forth from hand to hand See and point to things that are attractive Place small items or objects in to a box Begin grasping with thumb and forefinger SELF HELP • Demonstrates • • • • • • • • Walking without help Climbing up and walking down stairs with help and later without help Pushing and pulling large objects Running Stopping and turning when running Jump in place and off low objects, such as a step Walk down stairs independently Standing on their tiptoes to reach for objects FINE MOTOR • • • • • Demonstrates visual abilities to support healthy growth and development Imitates hand motions of finger plays Makes choice of toys based on visual attraction Sorting basic shapes (triangle, square, circle) Distinguishes • • • Balance on one foot Hops on one foot, 2 to 3 calls Throw bean bag towards a target with some accuracy FINE MOTOR • • • • • • • • • • Demonstrates increasing control of small muscles Learns to control and coordinate fine motor skills Eat lunch using a fork or a spoon, independently Painting with brushes and fingers, becoming detailed in design Buttons and unbuttons Manipulate play dough and clay, forming basic shapes Shows improvement in eye-hand coordination Use vision to guide and integrate their interactions Engages in activities that require hand-eye coordination Uses scissors appropriately, open and close to cut paper