Tiny Pom Pom Fine Motor Skills

I love simple fine motor skill activities that I don’t have to search high and low for materials for. In fact, using items I already have is even better!

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This week’s fine motor skill is one you most likely already have the items for. You will need one of those sticker bath toys (most people have them) and some rather small pom-poms. I have use for the bigger pom-poms, but these small ones have been just collecting dust!

After my 19-month-old’s afternoon nap, I had a lovely surprise for her. This little fish has some pom-poms.

 

She thought it was funny because she actually giggled as she picked up the pom-poms to add to the suckers. Why? I haven’t a clue. But then maybe because the bath toy was not accompanied by water?

She also felt the need to press firmly the pom-poms into the suction cups, kind of like she was sticking the fish to the wall. The pom-poms did great just staying where she put them, and we had a completed pom-pom fish!

Other than being a fine motor skill, this one is also great for pincer practice.

 

Update: You could also create the same experience using pop-it toys! 

Items you will need: 

• Bath toys with suction cups or pop-it toys
• Small pom-poms

What a great, easy fine motor activity to create for your child! If you wanted a variation to this activity, if you have a colorful pop it, you could ask your child to match up the colors! 

Have fun! 

 

 

 

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