What are fingerplays?
Fingerplays and gestures involve using fingers and hands to perform actions that accompany a song or poem.
They are a fun and engaging way for young children to develop fine motor skills, hand-eye co-ordination and language skills.
Fingerplays can be done with or without music and involve simple, repetitive movements that are easy for young children to learn and remember. Here are 5 fingerplays and the accompanying words.
Some of the key benefits of fingerplays and gesturing:
Enhancing fine motor skills: The intricate finger movements can help develop fine motor skills, which are essential for writing, drawing, and other activities that require hand-eye coordination.
Promoting language development: Fingerplays often involve singing or reciting rhymes, which can help children develop language skills such as vocabulary, pronunciation, and rhythm.
Improving memory and concentration: These activities involve repetition and require children to remember the lyrics and movements, which can help improve memory and concentration.
Encouraging socialisation: Fingerplays are often done in a group setting, which can help children learn to take turns, cooperate, and interact with others.
SOURCE: CELA Australia
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