By Leigh Anne, Pediatric Occupational Therapist As an occupational therapist working with preschoolers, I get to witness daily the magic of movement — not just in how children learn to balance or hold a crayon, but in how they grow in confidence, creativity, and connection. Over the years, I’ve seen a powerful shift in how we approach motor skills development in young children. Gone are the days of isolated drills and rigid activities. Today, we embrace a holistic, play-based

1. Choose Programs That Prioritize Movement Select online platforms or schools that incorporate gross and fine motor development  into their curriculum.Look for structured sessions like yoga , music and movement , arts and crafts , or PE-style classes  that engage the body as well as the mind. Tip: Ask schools how they embed motor skills into virtual lessons—not just as extras, but as core learning components. 2. Use Break Times for Active Movement Transform screen breaks int

10 Health Benefits of Fundamental Movement Skills in Children and Adolescents When children learn to run, jump, catch, and balance, they’re doing far more than just playing—they’re building the foundation for lifelong health and well-being. Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) are the basic movements that underlie all physical activity. These include: Locomotor skills  (e.g., running, hopping, skipping) Object control or manipulative skills  (e.g., throwing, catching, kicking) S

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