Fine Motor Space Activities

As a new homeschool mom, but a long time educator, I’m excited to try out things with my kids that I could never make happen in my own classroom. Having a mixed aged group at home can be quite challenging so having some educational activities that inspire learning for everyone is super important! If you are looking for some inspiration for a space study with a large emphasis on fine motor and sensory experiences, you are in the right place!

Fine Motor Learning Shelves

Keeping in mind the ages of my kids, their interests, developmental stages, and skills, I created many independent learning opportunities to complement our space study. Some of these activities are Montessori inspired. Others are geared towards toddlers and preschoolers while some are for kids that are a bit older. There is an academic component woven into some of these activities while others more for fine motor development or sensory exploration. The most important thing about all of these activities is that the children are learning through play!

Push Pin Constellations

This activity was super fun and kept my kids busy for quite some time! Using thumbtacks (from the Dollar Store), the kids looked at pictures of constellations and then poked holes into a black piece of construction paper. When they were finished, they held them up to the window and could see their constellation. They also made letters and numbers all on their own which was neat to see!

Space Provocation  Space provocation

Counting Puzzle

With mixed age groups, you have different abilities. There are 2 versions of this counting puzzle that was perfect for my different learners!

Space Cutting Strips

Even my toddler likes to cut (with strict supervision of course). These strips were perfect for everyone to practice their cutting skills. There are all sorts of scissors out there but we prefer THESE for little ones. All they need to do is squeeze!

Outer Space Tracing Strips

Kids especially love tracing when given novel materials. When tracing, I like to offer supplies like pens, colored pencils, smelly markers, or paint sticks. This helps to make simple activities like tracing exciting!

3 Part Montessori Cards

These cards were perfect when working on our vocabulary. Older children can read the words while younger children can match the pictures.

Fine motor space study
Fine Motor Space Activity

Galaxy Loose Parts Tray

This was one of the trays that my kids just keep coming back to! They loved creating “galaxies” with loose parts. Our loose parts tray consisted of sequins, glittery pompoms, foil balls (rolled up pieces of foil), glass stones, and metallic pony beads.

 

Space Themed Counting Clip Cards

These cards are great for fine motor practice because you can use clothespins which are excellent for working those tiny muscles!

Rocket Tangrams

Tangram puzzles are great for visual perception skills. Amazon has lots of different Tangram sets but we liked THIS SET for the coloring and because they were wooden.

Space Rock Scoop Station

Even the littlest kids can be engaged in learning units. This space rock scooping activity was perfect for my 2 year old!

Letter Constellations

Using star stickers, the kids placed the stickers on the letters to create constellations. This was a great way to reinforce letters and sounds!

This fine motor space study is perfect for classroom teachers, intervention specialists, tutors, and homeschool parents! These are just a few a great ways to incorporate fine motor skills and play into your space unit.

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fine motor space
fine motor space
fine motor space

Thanks for reading!!

Stephanie

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