Wikki Stix Challenge Cards (FREE PRINTABLE)

Lego masters.
Metal shop masters.
Domino masters. 
The Big Flower Fight.
Masterchef.

I have a confession to make. I'm addicted to reality television "making" shows. 

Don't get me wrong, I love creating things myself but there is something about seeing others respond to crazy challenges that makes me smile. 

Over the years, I've also seen children respond to "challenges" set for them.  They may not use as much engineering as the shows I've mentioned, however it has the same drive behind it.  Do something within restrictions given; challenge your problem solving and creativity! 

Years ago, I released a really simple printable for a Lego Challenge which was well received.  At the time, I also created a wikki stix challenge which I never released... until now. I've since updated it so it looks a little more modern.  

In this printable you will find over 100 challenges!

Use them to build fine motor skillls (get those fingers working to twist, bend and shape).  Encourage children to 
make their own image; however those children who experience motor planning difficulties or visual spatial difficulties may need you to model an example.  

Use the challenges to build visual spatial awareness.  Copying a model is also a valuable skill.  Have they placed pieces in the same position as you?  Have they used the same length? Do they understand position in space (over, under, next to, behind, on top)? 

Use the challenges as a handwriting prompt! OTs are always looking for ways to incorporate writing into sessions.  Create a scene or sequence using the wikki stix. 

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Find wikki stix at any store which supplies "therapy resources".  You may also purchase this from Amazon. 

Don't have wikki stix... you can still use these challenges with playdough, pipe cleaners or yarn.  The wikki stix have the benefit of holding their shape and you can also stick them on vertical surfaces (especially if they are new and very tacky). 

So grab this WIKKI STIX CHALLENGE FREE printable from the YKOT shop.  You may also like the Lego Challenge too! 

Don't forget to let me know if you use my free printables. Tag @Yourkidsot on social media! 

Happy making! 

Cindy is a registered occupational therapist practising in Sydney, Australia.  She has two growing children who are a constant source of inspiration and learning.  Cindy loves working creatively to help children to reach their potential, finding opportunities in everyday living and making learning fun. She is also addicted to making printables (even when they take a long time to complete).  Cindy is the author of the Occupational Therapy blog Your Kids OT.  Read more articles from Your Kids OT at https://www.yourkidsot.com/blog

Cindy is a contributing author of the Functional Skills for Kids Therapy Team.  They have together published THE HANDWRITING BOOK, THE SCISSORS SKILLS BOOK and THE TOILETING BOOK.

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