Learn how to make a Posting Hearts activity for kids. This is an easy fine motor activity that is perfect for older babies and toddlers. Use it as part of a Valentine’s Day theme in your classroom or for a quick activity at home.
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More Valentine’s Day Themed Fine Motor Activities
There are so many different fun ways to develop fine motor skills this Valentine’s Day. Take a look at these other activities for some easy ideas to try during February.
- Valentines Pom Pom Transfer Activity
- Valentines Counting Playdough Mats (Free Printable)
- Fishing for Hearts
- Connect the Dots – Valentines Fine Motor Activity
- Heart Snake Button Activity
For more ideas, take a look at these 20 Valentines Fine Motor Activities for Kids.
Materials Needed
- A small colander
- Heart shaped cake toppers
How to Make a Posting Hearts Activity
1. Collect your supplies.
If you can’t find any heart shaped cake toppers don’t worry. You can always stick some heart stickers to the end of a toothpick instead.
2. Turn the colander over, and place a heart through one of the holes.
3. Repeat step 2 until you’ve used all of the hearts.
Since this is a very simple activity, it’s best for older babies and toddlers. Preschoolers will most likely find it too easy and won’t be engaged for more than 5 minutes.
However, if you want to make it more challenging, then you can turn it into a math activity. Simply write the numbers 1 – 20 on each of the hearts and encourage your kids to post the hearts in number order.
Develop Fine Motor Skills
This activity is a fantastic way to help toddlers and preschoolers develop fine motor skills. Even older babies will be able to give it a try. Picking up and posting the hearts will require young children to develop:
- Pincer grip
- Hand-eye coordination
- Precision
- Hand strength
Are you going to try this Posting Hearts activity with your kids?
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