5 Easy At-Home Activities to Boost Fine Motor Skills

Sensory Play for Self-Regulation

Sensory activities are not only fun — they’re calming. Tactile and movement-based play helps children regulate emotions, reduce anxiety, and improve focus. That’s why Kiddlo integrates sensory breaks into daily routines.

• Calming Sensory Bottles

  Fill plastic bottles with glitter, water, and baby oil. Watch the glitter swirl and settle — a peaceful visual experience.

  
  

• Weighted Blanket Cozy Corner

  Set up a reading space with a small weighted lap pad or soft blanket. Gentle pressure provides comfort and grounding.

  
  

• Rice Rake Zen Garden

  Give kids a shallow bin of rice and small rakes or forks. They can drag lines, make shapes, and enter a meditative state.

  
  

• Stretch & Squeeze Bands

  Use resistance bands or fabric loops for stretching games. Great for body awareness and releasing extra energy.

  
  

• Scented Shaving Foam

  Add food coloring and a drop of vanilla or lavender to shaving cream. Great for finger painting or sensory trays!