This activity gives your child a chance to play independently with markers or crayons in a controlled space. Today’s activity: Use a large box that your child can sit inside comfortably to color on the inside of the box.

Painting is fun. It’s another way to practice holding a writing tool and using eye-hand coordination. Today’s activity: Use a small bowl of water for your child to dip the paintbrush in. Paint on colored construction paper or a cardboard box. The wet area turns dark, so you child can make a work...

At this level your child will develop a pincer grip with index finger and thumb, move arm across midline and scribble with a variety of writing tools. Today’s activity: Practice using pincer grip, picking up objects and putting them into a container with a slot or small opening. Use objects like...