Tap, drag, draw: little fingers and fine motor play
Every tap and swipe is a small exercise for growing hands. gugiboard offers gestures of increasing difficulty so each child can play at their own level.
From tapping to dragging
A tap is the simplest gesture. Dragging is harder: the finger must stay on the screen and move with purpose. gugiboard uses big, forgiving targets so both feel achievable.
Drawing with a finger
On the Colors board, choosing a color opens a canvas where your child can draw with a finger. Lines appear right away, rewarding every movement.
Shapes to move around
Tap a shape and five copies appear in different colors and sizes. Your child can drag them around the screen, comparing big and small, red and blue.
Ideas to try
Mix screen and hands-on activities.
- Draw a circle on the Colors board, then with crayons on paper.
- Move the shapes, then stack real blocks.
- Feed the Animal, then feed a teddy with a spoon.
Patience and praise
Some children drag easily at 18 months, others later. Celebrate attempts, not just results. gugiboard’s celebrations do the same.
Source and privacy
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