Using play dough to roll, cut out using scissors

Sensory

• The activity allows the 4-year-old student to engage in tactile exploration by feeling the texture and consistency of the play dough.
• Through rolling and cutting out shapes, the student can develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Exploring different colors and creating various shapes with play dough helps the student enhance their visual perception and creativity.

Encourage the student to explore other tools such as cookie cutters, plastic knives, or stamps to further enhance their fine motor skills and creativity. Additionally, you can introduce themed play dough activities, such as creating letters or numbers, to promote early literacy and numeracy skills.

Book Recommendations

• The Ultimate Play Dough Book: 35 Incredible Creations to Make by Angela Wilkes: A fun and creative guide with step-by-step instructions for making various play dough creations.
• My First Scissors Workbook by Kumon Publishing: This workbook introduces basic cutting skills through engaging activities, perfect for young learners.