Exercises to do before writing tasks/table-top work

Exercises to do before writing tasks/table-top work. Download the Full PDF with images 

The following exercises provide vestibular (movement) and proprioceptive (deep pressure input/resistance)
input that is the 2 systems under-write postural control.
Postural control is necessary for stability of the shoulder, elbow and wrist and thus influences fine eye-hand
coordination.
This also helps the child to sit still for longer and concentrate as proprioceptive input (modulates the nervous
system.
Do the following activities for 1 – 3 minutes before doing writing/colouring or drawings tasks.

Crab-walking 
Sit on your bum. Support self with arms and legs lifting bum in the air. Walk side-ways like a crab.

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