Often times homeschool moms are in need of an activity they can throw together quickly in order to entertain a young child so that they can work with another child on some schoolwork.
There are also many times that mom needs something to keep little hands and minds busy while they tend to the laundry or work on getting dinner ready.
Whatever you may need to do to occupy a toddler or preschooler, this Froot Loops fine motor color sorting activity is super easy to set up, requires minimal supplies, and will keep your child busy for a decent amount of time.
Benefits of Fine Motor Activities
Fine motor activities are so beneficial to a child’s development as they help strengthen the small muscles in their hands and fingers, which are essential for tasks such as writing, drawing, buttoning clothes, using utensils, and other daily activities. Here are just a few of the many benefits of fine motor activities:
- Helps Develop Hand-Eye Coordination
- Helps the Child Focus and Concentrate
- Helps Develop Hand Strength
- Provides Fun and Entertainment
Benefits of Color Recognition Activities
This activity is two-fold because it not only incorporates fine motor skills, but also color recognition skills as well. Color recognition activities play an important role in early childhood development and offer a range of benefits and helps kids with the following:
- Visual Discrimination
- Math Readiness
- Attention and Focus
- Cognitive Development
Supplies needed for Froot Loop Color Sorting:
- Bowl of Froot Loops
- Wooden Skewers
- Small container of playdough (colors that match the Froot Loops)
Bamboo Wooden SkewersPlay-Doh Modeling Compound
Setting Up Froot Loop Color Sorting:
Step 1:
Pour a bowl of Froot Loops.
Step 2:
Take the playdough out of one container and shape it into a cone/pyramid shape about 2″ tall.
Step 3:
Place one end of a wooden skewer through the top of the cone/pyramid until it is all the way through.
Step 4:
Press the playdough around the skewer and to the table so that the skewer is sturdy.
Step 5:
Repeat steps 2-4 for all the colors – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple.
Step 6:
Have your child thread the Froot Loops until the skewer with the matching color base.
More Color Sorting Fun:
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When you’re through with this sorting activity, print out this rainbow coloring page for your child to color!
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