Owl's Info on Average Motor Skills Development
Ages Four to Six
FOUR YEARS
Gallops and hops.
Laces Shoes.
Dresses and undresses self.
Cuts on line with scissors.
Jumps forward as well as in place.
Throws overhand with body control.
FIVE YEARS
Ties shoelaces.
Draws recognizable person.
Skillfully picks up very small items.
Writes alphabet letters.
Stands and balances on tiptoe for short period and skips, alternating feet.
Buttons, snaps, and zips clothes.
SIX YEARS
Throws and catches ball with more ease and accuracy.
Builds block towers to shoulder height.
Cuts, pastes, milds, and colors skillfully.
Writes entire words.
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