
This peg board activity provides a multi-sensory experience that promotes fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, cognitive development, and pre-writing skills. The act of grasping and manipulating the pegs, specifically using a pincer grasp (thumb and index finger), strengthens the small muscles of the hand and improves dexterity, which are essential for handwriting and other fine motor tasks. Placing the pegs into the designated holes requires hand-eye coordination and visual perception, enhancing visual-motor integration. Following the patterns on the pre-printed cards or creating original designs promotes visual-spatial reasoning, pattern recognition, and problem-solving abilities. The colorful pegs offer visual stimulation, and the tactile feedback from the pegs and the board enhances sensory awareness. The activity can also be used to teach counting and color identification. The included carrying bag promotes organization and allows for easy storage and portability. This peg board activity can be incorporated into therapeutic activities to address fine motor delays, improve visual-motor skills, and enhance cognitive development in a fun and engaging way.
Specification:
- approx 23 x 23 x 1.5 cm
- Improve fine motor skills
- hand eye co-ordination
- teach counting and patterns
- approx 23 x 23 x 1.5 cm