At What Age Do Fine Motor Adaptive Skills Develop?
Fine motor skills begin to develop in infancy and continue to refine as the child grows. Here is a general timeline:
0-6 months: Infants start grasping objects, bringing hands to mouth, and batting at toys. 6-12 months: Babies start to use a pincer grasp to pick up small objects and can transfer items from one hand to the other. 1-2 years: Toddlers begin to stack blocks, turn pages in a book, and use utensils with assistance. 2-3 years: Children can now draw simple shapes, string beads, and manipulate playdough. 3-5 years: Preschoolers can cut with scissors, write their name, and dress themselves independently.
