Five-year-old Aspen can ride a bicycle without training wheels, hop on one foot, and kick a ball. However, he can't write his name legibly. Aspen clearly excels in _____.
Social Studies · High School · Wed Jan 13 2021
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Aspen clearly excels in gross motor skills.
Gross motor skills involve the use of large muscle groups and the ability to coordinate movements that involve the whole body. Riding a bicycle without training wheels, hopping on one foot, and kicking a ball are examples of gross motor skills. On the other hand, writing requires fine motor skills, which involve the use of smaller muscles for precise movements. The difficulty in writing legibly suggests a possible developmental difference in fine motor skills for Aspen at this stage.