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Kernel Pinching


This Practical Life activity is geared to challenge the child's fine motor skills and enhance concentration. A child may choose this activity from the shelf and carry it to a table. As the child carries the tray they must focus on walking carefully while trying not to drop or tip the tray. On the left side of the tray is a basket that holds a single ear of corn. The ear of corn is picked up and the child proceeds to pinch off a kernel of corn with their fingers. (This can be a task for one whose pincer grip is not quite strong enough.) After pinching off a kernel, the child may place it in a basket on the right side of the tray. This is the kernel basket. When the child is finished, they may place the ear of corn back in the corn basket. The child is expected to place the tray back in its proper place on the shelf.