Category:Dressing Frames

Busy boards and dressing frames allow the child to practice with different kinds of fasteners.

Bring out the dressing frame in its complete state (all fasteners fastened). Slowly and deliberately unfasten the sides, and reassemble them in the same manner. Let the child count the fasteners and feel the fabric(s), telling him or her the names of the items involved and their use(s). The child will be able to see if it is done improperly.

This exercise allows the child to gain greater self-control and coordination of movement, while increasing the child's independence.