MOTOR DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDHOOD GROSS MOTOR SKILLS

1-2 yrs. old Rolls from back to side or tummy Sits alone, reaches for a parent with arms Pulls self up to stand next to a support (couch) Stands alone with support Walk backward, takes steps alone with support then without support 2-3 yrs. old Sits on or peddles a tricycle with support Runs with few falls or trips Walks upstairs while holding onto something Jumps over small obstacles 3-5 yrs. old Runs with energy and coordination Catches a ball with some practice Walks up and down stairs alone 5-10 yrs. old Changes clothes without help Catches a ball bounced to them Runs easily and participates in games

MOTOR DEVELOPMENT IN CHILDHOOD FINE MOTOR SKILLS

1-2 yrs. old Reaches for dangling objects or toys Grasps object using palm and fingers Puts objects in mouth to explore Uses a pincer grasps (thumb and finger) to hold food or object Reaches for objects, such as a spoon feed self

2-3 yrs. old Brushes teeth with a toothbrush with help Uses basics scissors for cutting Snaps, buttons or zips with help Holds and uses pencil or crayon for basic drawing 3-5 yrs. old Cuts paper in shapes Turn pages of a book Pour water from pitcher to cup 5-10 yrs. old Uses a comb, toothbrush, without support Cuts shapes clearly, easily Draws multiple shapes and figures with various implement

MOTOR DEVELOPMENT IN ADOLESCENCE GROSS MOTOR SKILLS 11-13