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Ages 3-5

Strong Hands, Confident Writers

Before a child can write their name, they need strong, coordinated hands. Our Fine Motor & Writing Prep program builds the hand strength, dexterity, and control young learners need through fun, hands-on activities — from Play-Doh and scissors to tracing and drawing. By the time they pick up a pencil, they're ready.

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What Your Child Will Learn

Skills We Build Together

  • Developing a proper pencil grip (tripod grasp)
  • Tracing lines, curves, and pre-writing strokes
  • Cutting with scissors safely and accurately
  • Building hand strength with Play-Doh, tweezers, and clothespins
  • Drawing basic shapes and simple pictures
  • Coloring within boundaries with control
  • Writing their name independently
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Our Approach

How We Teach Fine Motor & Writing Prep

1

Play-Doh & Sensory Stations

Rolling, squeezing, and pinching Play-Doh builds the small muscles in hands and fingers that are essential for writing.

2

Scissor Skills Progression

We start with snipping and progress to cutting lines and shapes — building coordination and confidence with every cut.

3

Pre-Writing Strokes

Children practice the fundamental strokes that make up every letter — vertical lines, horizontal lines, circles, and crosses — before ever being asked to form letters.

What to Expect

Every Session Is Built Around Your Child

  • 1:1 sessions with activities tailored to your child's hand strength
  • A calm, patient approach — no rushing or frustration
  • Creative projects your child will be proud to bring home
  • Guidance on supporting fine motor development at home

Give your child the hand strength and confidence to write with ease.

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