Top Special Needs – Fine Motor Skills

Fine motor generally refers to the movement of the small muscle groups as found in the in hands, wrists, fingers, feet and toes. Many children with conditions, such as hypotonia or sensory processing disorder, and others, have difficulty or are delayed in this area. Physical and/or occupational therapy in addition to working with your child at home can help increase their fine motor skills. Below are some toys that can also help.

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1. Shape Sorter

   from Green Toys for ages 6 months and up

   MSRP: $19.99

   What it is: The Shape Sorter puts an eco-friendly spin on a classic play pattern. Made from food-safe, 100-percent recycled plastic milk jugs, the…

   

   

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2. First Builders Block Buddies

   from MEGA Bloks for ages 1 and up

   MSRP: $6.99

   What it is: MEGA Bloks is introducing a new line of building blocks for little kids called MEGA Bloks First Builders Block Buddies. There are…

   

   

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3. Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Deluxe Mountaintop Supply Run

   from Fisher-Price for ages 3 and up

   MSRP: $129.99

   What it is: The Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Deluxe Mountaintop Supply Run comes with 40 pieces that kids can assemble in different…

   

   

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4. LEGO Duplo Number Train

   from LEGO for ages 2 and up

   MSRP: $19.99

   What it is: The LEGO Duplo Number Train is a 31-piece building set that includes the numbers 1–10 on different colored bricks. It also…

   

   

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5. LEGO Duplo Disney Princess Ariel’s Magical Boat Ride

   from LEGO for ages 2 and up

   MSRP: $14.99

   What it is: Young Disney Princess fans can set sail with Ariel and Prince Eric with the LEGO Duplo Disney Princess Ariel's Magical Boat Ride…

   

   

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6. Doc McStuffins Puzzle Play Set

   from Cardinal Games for ages 3 and up

   MSRP: $7

   What it is: The Doc McStuffins Puzzle Play Set is a 24-piece puzzle that, when assembled, shows a picture of Doc in her doctor's office. The…

   

   

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7. Doc McStuffins Puzzle

   from Cardinal Games for ages 3 and up

   MSRP: $7

   What it is: The Doc McStuffins Puzzle is a 15-inch x 12.5-inch puzzle with 24 large and sturdy pieces to make it easy for little hands to grasp…

   

   

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8. Aquadoodle Travel n’ Doodle

   from Spin Master for ages 2 and up

   MSRP: $14.99

   What it is: Aquadoodle, the popular water-based drawing toy, now has a travel version. Aquadoodle Travel n' Doodle has two drawing surfaces. Fill…

   

   

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9. Phoenix Fury Coaster

   from KNEX for ages 9 and up

   MSRP: $49.99

   What it is: Roller coasters have been a big part of K'NEX for the past 20 years, and the latest version, the Phoenix Fury Coaster, is a 624-piece…

   

   

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10. Little Tikes DiscoverSounds Sports Center

    from MGA Entertainment for ages 9 months and up

    MSRP: $29.99

    What it is: The DiscoverSounds Sports Center features multiple play zones with songs, lights, and sounds. Little kids can drop the basketball into…

    

    

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