Gross and fine motor development at five years.
At five years old, children's gross and fine motor skills are typically more developed compared to younger ages.
Gross motor skills at this age may include:
- Running, jumping, and hopping with ease
- Climbing playground equipment and trees
- Riding a tricycle or bicycle with training wheels
- Throwing and catching a ball with more accuracy
- Balancing on one foot for a short period of time
Fine motor skills at five years old may include:
- Drawing shapes and simple pictures with more detail
- Using scissors to cut along a line
- Stringing beads or small objects
- Tying shoelaces
- Starting to write letters and numbers
Overall, at five years old, children's coordination, balance, and control over their movements continue to improve as they engage in more physical activities and fine motor tasks. It is important for parents and caregivers to provide opportunities for children to further develop these skills through play, games, and structured activities.