What is a proper scissors grasp? There are several key elements to achieving a correct scissors grasp. First, both hands should be in a thumbs-up position. For a small scissor, the thumb goes in the “top loop” and the middle finger goes in the “bottom loop” and the scissors should rest on the index finger. For a larger scissors the index and middle fingers should be placed in the bottom loop/ The fourth and fifth fingers should be tucked into the palm to  provide stability fo

New Year’s is only one day away and we are all very excited to welcome in 2019.  While it’s easy to buy party favors from the store, why not have your child make their very own party favors, and practice their scissors skills and bilateral coordination. Here is what you will need: Ballons Foam sheets in different colors Scissors Here is how to do it: Cut 1/4" foam strips using lots of colors, and then have your child cut them up into small pieces using scissors.  Be sure he/s