Play is crucial to the development of children’s gross and fine motor skills. At Lake Dow Learning Academy, through play, children practice and perfect control and coordination of large body movements, as well as small movements of hands and fingers. We support young children’s motor development by planning play activities that provide children with regular opportunities to move their bodies.
Between ages 2 and 3 years, young children stop "toddling," or using the awkward, wide-legged robot-like stance that is the hallmark of new walkers. Children who are 3 to 4 years old can climb up stairs using a method of bringing both feet together on each step before proceeding to the next step (in contrast, adults place one foot on each step-in sequence).
At Lake Dow Learning Academy, we introduce specific activities that support gross motor development include running at different speeds, jumping rope, playing hopscotch, tossing and catching balls of different sizes, pitching bean bags, climbing in many different directions, pedaling riding toys, pulling wagons or toys, pushing toy strollers or brooms, and filling and emptying buckets and other containers. Remember that gross motor development happens inside as well as outside. A crawling tunnel, ride-on car, or pull toy can help children practice large movements of their arms and legs.
By ages 4 to 5, children can go up and down the stairs alone in the adult fashion (i.e., taking one step at a time). Their running continues to smooth out and increase in speed. During ages 5 to 6, young children continue to refine earlier skills. They're running even faster and can start to ride bicycles with training wheels for added stability.
Gross and fine motor skills are an essential tool that children use in the classroom, at home and on the playground. Play is one of the best ways to strengthen motor skills. When given ample opportunities to play with a variety of interesting materials, young children will grow many new and exciting ways. Trust Lake Dow Learning Academy to help develop your child’s motor skills.
Programs : Motor Skills
616 Highway 81 E.
McDonough, GA 30252
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At Lake Dow Learning Academy, we understand what developing minds need to be successful later in life. Our programs are research-based to ensure each child progresses at the right pace for their age and stage. We provide the structure children need, while also encouraging their natural curiosity and love of learning.
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