Setting the Stage for Tactile Understanding - American Printing ...

ScissorsNote: Adult supervision is recommended whileconducting the following activities with youngchildren.• Have the child explore a variety of scissors —different sizes, shapes, and colors.• Explore places where scissors are stored —sewing box, office desk drawer, craft materialsshelf, pencil case, etc.• Visit an office supply store or a craft store where different types of scissors(e.g., decorative shaping scissors) are available.• Demonstrate hand-over-hand (child’s over adult’s) how to manipulate scissors.Then have the adult place her hand on top of the child’s as the child operatesthe scissors. Eventually allow the child to cut something independently withouthand-over-hand guidance.29 Showtime