The Importance of Pencil Grip and Fine Motor Activities in Preschool Development

An example of a good pencil grip

Student is using all of their fingers to hold the pencil but we see some elements of a good grip!

Here are more examples of things to correct: 1. Holding the pencil in a fist. 2. Pencil is under the hand. 3. Tightly wrapping fingers around the pencil.

Student is not tucking in the ring finger and pinkie.

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