Which one of the following is an example of a fine motor skill? 

The correct answer is 'Writing'

Key Points

• Fine Motor Skills:
  • Fine motor skills involve the coordination of small muscles in movements, typically involving the synchronization of hands and fingers with the eyes.
  • Writing is a quintessential fine motor skill, requiring precision and control of small muscle movements in the hands and fingers.
  • Other examples of fine motor skills include buttoning a shirt, using utensils to eat, and drawing.

Additional Information

• Gross Motor Skills:
  • Gross motor skills involve larger movements using the arms, legs, feet, or the entire body.
  • Climbing is a gross motor skill, involving larger muscle groups and whole-body coordination.
  • Vaulting requires significant strength and coordination, making it a gross motor skill.
  • Running also falls under gross motor skills, requiring coordinated leg movements and balance.