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Introduction Hey there, parents and caregivers! Grab a cup of coffee and get ready to dive into the wonderful world of fine motor developmental milestones for our pint-sized adventurers aged 3-6 years. From mastering the art of finger painting to tying shoelaces, these tiny hands are about to embark on some incredible journeys of skill and talent. So, let's buckle up and explore the exciting fine motor developmental milestones that await us! Mighty Grasping Skills: Picture this: your little one proudly holds a crayon in their hand and makes their first doodles on a piece of paper. That's right, one of the first fine motor developmental milestones for 3-6 year olds is developing a strong grasp. At the beginning, they might use a palmar grasp (think: holding onto things with their whole hand), but fear not! As they grow, their fingers start to take the spotlight, moving into a more refined and precise three-fingered grip. Get ready for a messy adventure as they experiment with

As a parent, you want your child to grow and develop into a healthy and happy individual. Motor development plays a crucial role in this process, especially for children aged 4-6. At this age, children are developing both gross motor skills and fine motor skills, which are essential for physical fitness, coordination, and independence in daily activities. By understanding how motor development works and providing opportunities for your child to engage in age-appropriate activities, you can help them develop their motor skills and set them up for success in the future. Gross Motor Skills Gross motor skills are the large movements that involve the whole body, such as running, jumping, and throwing. These skills are crucial for your child's overall physical development and can be encouraged through physical activity and outdoor play. Provide your child with opportunities to engage in physical activity, such as playing at the park or participating in organized sports. These activitie

Wondering if your child is on the appropriate path towards age appropriate development? Read on to learn all the new developmental milestones your child will reach at 3-4 years of age.  Emotional development As children reach year 3, they will be able to understand, recognise and differentiate between sad, happy and angry. They will be able to express themselves. As they develop their language and communication skills, they’ll be more able to put their emotions into words. Your child will also be able to control her tantrums better.  Playing and learning Your child will learn through play at this age. As children start playing they learn to make friends with other children. Your child will learn to socialise in small groups. Children learn to share as they learn the concept of “mine” and “yours.” Games like pretend play will help your child become more imaginative. Children may develop ideas and roles around the play, such as pretending to be a doctor or a firefighter. It’s also comm

The generation is changing, and so is Early Childhood Education to help kids keep up with the world's demands and be future ready. There’s always more to discover, and early childhood education, when done right, provides lasting benefits to students while having a significant influence on their childhood. Something that’s popular in the classroom doesn’t have to be necessarily appropriate for you and your child. Here are 4 emerging trends in early childhood education . Read more to educate yourself and make the best choices for your little ones. Technology in Child development  Technology has become an ongoing trend with the constant upgrade and development in technology. Technology and device usage among young children is on the rise, with children owning devices and using the internet at a young age. Observe how your children interact with technology; since it’s an audio-visual form, you can use documentaries and educational videos to help your child learn. Play-based learning i