Fine and Gross Motor Developmental Milestones – 5 years old

Year Level: Foundation

This fine and gross motor development milestone poster/sheet for 5 year old children outlines tips for home and causes for concern.

Designed by Occupational Therapists this resource promotes awareness of early motor developmental milestones.ย The sheet outlines:

  • What children be able to do with their body.
  • Tips for parents in the home environment so that they can stimulate their childโ€™s motor skills.
  • A list of observations of childrenโ€™s motor skills (or lack of) which are causes for concern and suggest visits to an Occupational Therapist.

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