Develop fine motor skills with these Self Portrait Fine Motor Mats. This free printable is perfect if you’re doing a human body or all about me theme with your class.
Disclosure: Adult supervision is required for all activities at all times.
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More All About Me Activities to try
These play ideas are perfect for an All About Me theme. Use them at the beginning of the school year to get to know your students better.
- Life Sized Self Portrait Art
- Magic Heart Science Activity
- All About Me Free Printable
- Put a Sticker on the Body Part
- All About Me: Photo Puzzles for the Light Table
- All About Me Math Race
For more inspirations, take a look at these 45 All About Me Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers.
Materials Needed
- Self Portrait free printable pdf
- Playdough or
- Small items, such as pom poms, buttons or mini erasers.
- Dry erase pockets (optional)
How to make the Self Portrait Fine Motor Mats
1. Download and print the digital file found below.
The free printable contains the outlines of blank faces. There are several different skin tones to choose from, so you can easily adjust this activity to reflect the diversity represented in your class.
2. Laminate the mats, or place them in a dry erase pocket.
This is optional, but helps to make the mats more sturdy. Which is important when you’ve got dozens of children playing with them.
I’m a huge fan of using dry erase pockets instead of laminating worksheets. They work perfectly, help you save time, as well as cutting down on so much unnecessary waste.
3. Collect your materials and enjoy learning.
You can make your self potraits out of anything. If you’ve already got playdough and craft supplies in the cupboard, them you’re ready to go.
Different Ways to Play
1. Playdough
Use playdough to create unique features on the self portrait.
Rolling, stretching and molding playdough is a wonderfully easy way to develop fine motor skills. With this homemade playdough recipe, you can also make as many different colors as you want.
2. Loose Parts
Use a variety of small items to create a face. The one in this picture has googly eyes, pom poms, buttons and strips of paper. But you can also try:
- Nuts and bolts
- Pipe cleaners
- Mini erasers
- Yarn
Picking up all of these small pieces helps children to strengthen their pincer grip and hand-eye coordination.
Are you going to make these Self Portrait Fine Motor Mats with your kids?
Don’t forget to pin the idea for later.
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