1. SortingGather a collection of small objects such as buttons, pennies or paper clips and ask your child to sort them into piles.2. DressingLet your child help to get herself dressed in the mornings – clothing fastenings like poppers, zips, buttons and ties will all test her dex...

Young children love to imitate adults with imaginative games, providing an opportunity for smart parents to impart some simple life skills. When your child sets up shop in your kitchen and offers to sell you the contents of your refrigerator, try

Older babies and toddlers have an uncanny ability to undress themselves, whipping off shoes, socks or headgear at - well, the drop of a hat; but it takes much more skill and co-ordination for a child to get dressed independently.WhenFrom around 15

of your child will be actively connecting with each other, forming networks and facilitating the learning of skills and information. Repetition, in particular can assist with this as hearing something several times is the best way for a toddler to learn

skills, it’s also a great way to boost creativity.More education tips from Junior:Ways to improve your child's handwritingWays to teach your child about opposites

1 Make it fun Simple word puzzles, games of hangman and writing with different coloured pencils on special paper will all make practice more enjoyable.2 Quick on the draw Young children need to hone their fine motor skills, so the more time spent

and sleeping.What are the benefits? Parents who micro-manage their child’s lives may feel that by building up their children’s skill set in as many areas as possible, they are giving them the best chance of a successful future. School-gate pressure can play a

for children to grasp than ‘sharing’ which they often equate to ‘giving up’ precious possessions. Once they’ve grasped the basics, turn-taking can also be used to negotiate issues of choice and to encourage listening skills.Intervene effectively

tools. Feeling weight of the sand as well as judging the amount in a pile and how best to grab it will help to develop her fine motor skills.2. BuildChildren love putting their creative flair and imaginations into exciting new projects, so encourage your

.Green fingered children can hone their horticultural skills by joining in a morning planting session with  hints and tips on how to nurture growth, then mark a seed pot and visit each week to see how much the plant has grown. Those who have worked up an appetite