A parent's guide to gross and fine motor skills
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Gross motor skills are used in activities such as running, playing ball and using a cricket bat, while fine motor skills are used to write, cut out a shape, tie up shoelaces and open jars. Mastery of both sets of skills is important for your child's development. Is one motor skill more important than the other?
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