Fingers and thumbs

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By Jean EvansEarly Years consultant and author

Original article published 07 June 2010

Keep little hands busy while also developing fine manipulative skills with these activities

Boy with brightly coloured balls

Activities in this article:

  1. Let’s explore
  2. Rolling along
  3. Flicky football


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1. Let’s explore

Encourage children to become familiar with words associated with sports and exercise equipment through practical exploration

EYFS Area of learning > Understanding the world > People, Culture and Communities

EYFS Area of learning > Communication & language > Speech and Vocabulary

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