Exercises aimed at developing fine motor skills can help relieve muscle tension that so often occurs in young children. And which exercises to pay more attention to is worth talking about today!
Jigsaw puzzles
It would seem that puzzles really have a beneficial effect on muscle relaxation? It turns out yes! The main thing is that they are clearly matched to the age of the child. A one-year-old toddler fits a picture consisting of four elements, while a four-year-old child is great at coping with a lot of puzzles.
Painting in the sand
Everything is simple here: a tray is taken, sand is poured into it and the child is invited to carefully draw various figures with his finger. Not only does it have a positive effect on motor skills, it is also very exciting.
Cereals
Well, where without the traditional games with cereals. It can also help relax your muscles. Peas, buckwheat and other cereals of your choice are poured into the container and the child is given complete freedom of action. Guaranteed he'll be happy!
Cutting
If the child is already more than three years old and he already confidently holds scissors, then he can be offered to make various applications from colored paper. Only the figures should not be cut out by the parents, but directly by the baby himself!
Buttons
It is also a rather interesting variant of finger games. For example, Mom can lay out any pattern from various buttons, and the baby's task is to repeat it. To make it more fun, you can change roles with the child.
Psychologist's recommendations
The most important rule voiced by a specialist is not to force a child to do what he does not want at the moment! Your best bet is to try to find unusual things to do in your everyday life. For example, in the kitchen you can invite your baby to play with the dough.
