Early Learning

Fine motor skills include the movement and use of the hands and fingers, as well as hand-eye coordination. Developing fine motor skills is important for everyday tasks such as reaching, grasping, and picking up objects. Developing these skills also helps children feed themselves and learn how to write. Try these activities at home to support your child’s development of fine motor skills: Infants: Reach, grab, and put objects in their mouth or bang two objects … Read more

Social skills in children include sharing, cooperating, listening, following directions, respecting personal space, making eye contact, and using manners. When children have good social skills, they’re able to form and enjoy better relationships with others. They also have reduced stress and greater success in school. Try these activities to support your child’s social development: Infants Take turns pressing the button on a toy, rolling a ball back and forth, or holding a rattle or soft … Read more