“Feed the Bear” Fine Motor Activity

     This “Feed the Bear” Fine Motor Activity is a fun way for any child to work on their fine motor skills! The opening at the top of the container is the bear’s mouth. Have your child work on grasp and release skills by picking up the various sized fuzzy pom poms to feed the bear.  The smaller pom poms will be more difficult and the larger ones will be easier.  

     Small tongs or tweezers can also be used which will require additional fine motor coordination. The activity could also be made more challenging by having your child grasp and stabilize multiple balls at once in order to promote in-hand manipulation skills. There is a clear opening in the bear’s tummy so it’s easy to see when he’s full! This activity will be fun and motivating for most any young child!

 

Items Needed:
Parmesan cheese container
Brown felt
Glue
Large googly eyes

Directions: Cut out the felt and glue it on the container. Be sure to cut out a hole in the stomach area and don’t forget to add the ears. Once the felt is dry. Glue the eyes in place. It’s time to play!

The projects above were completed by a Master of Occupational Therapy student at The University of Tennessee Health Science Center and posted with permission.