This afternoon, Oak Class were really busy developing their gross motor skills. The class worked together to scoop, sweep, stretch, grab and brush as they cleared up our outdoor area. Leaves, leaves, leaves everywhere!

Why are gross motor skills so important you ask?

Gross Motor skills enable children to perform everyday tasks and functions. Confidence and coordination in gross motor skills are essential for children in order to move on to fine motor skills which enable amazing writers. If your child finds writing difficult, for example they can't hold a pencil correctly or write their name, this could be an indicator that they need more gross motor development and then fine motor.

Great job, Oak!