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October 28, 2015

Hole Punch Fine Motor Activity

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This Hole Punch Fine Motor Activity was inspired by my craft punches.

My kids love to use/play with my craft punches.  We use them a lot in crafting, but I typically don’t let the kids use them unsurprised.  

On a recent trip to the Dollar Tree I spotted hole punches  and I grabbed one for the kids. This hole punch fine motor activity is inexpensive, easy to prep and can be done independently. preschoolers|kindergarteners|fine motor|kid activity

Setting up the Fine Motor Activity

At home, I pulled out a tray and some scrap paper and set up a fine motor activity for the kids.  We do a lot of craft projects using card stock. I stick the scrap pieces in a box for activities and projects like this. 

This activity is super simple to put together and inexpensive.  You need a hole punch and scrap paper.

It’s an activity that kids can do independently allowing you to cook dinner, change out the laundry, read a book or whatever you like (need) to do with a few free minutes. 

Hole Punch Fine Motor Activity for young kids preschoolers & kindergartners

Benefits of Fine Motor Activities

Fine motor activities like this help young kids develop the strength needed in their hands and fingers to hold a pencil and write. They work the muscles in the fingers and hands and develop wrist movement, leading to holding a pencil for long periods of time and writing with strong and controlled muscles.

Another great, easy, and inexpensive alternative to the hole punch is scissors.  Scissors are another great fine motor tool.  

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  1. Emma @ P is for Preschooler says

    November 2, 2015 at 12:30 pm

    My daughter loves playing with our hole punch! She has no idea all the fine motor practice she’s getting! 😉 Thanks for sharing at the Thoughtful Spot!

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    • Kim says

      November 4, 2015 at 12:52 am

      Isn’t it great when you sneak in those activities. To them it is just fun!

      Reply
  2. Kathy Mason says

    December 25, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    I had a student punch out several differnt colors then glue them at random on a piece of paper. She then used a matching crayon to draw lines between all the dots that were the same color. Great practice on pre-printing strokes.

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    • Kim says

      December 26, 2016 at 10:00 pm

      I love how your student extended this activity Kathy!

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