Fine & Gross Motor Skills · Grades K-1

Fine Pencil Grip

Hold a pencil using a functional tripod grip (thumb, index, and middle finger); use finger exercises to build grip strength

About 6 minutesIntro levelInteractive practice
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What children practice

  • Correct Pencil Grip — Tripod Grip: Hold a pencil using a functional tripod grip (thumb, index, and middle finger); use finger exercises to build grip strength

How to use this activity

Invite your child to try the challenge independently first. Encourage them to explain their thinking, use the immediate feedback, and try again when an answer does not work. Short, repeated practice helps build confidence.

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