PLAY & LEARN

Playdough, Pasta & Bead Threading Activity

A fun and simple activity that builds fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and concentration!

Perfect for ages 3-7yrs | Supervision recommended | Great for individual play

Materials Needed:

Playdough (any colour)
Uncooked spaghetti
Small beads (large enough to avoid choking hazards)

How to Play:

1. Set Up the Base - Roll a mound of playdough into a ball and flatten slightly.

2. Add Spaghetti – Stick a few spaghetti strands into the playdough to stand upright.

3. Thread the Beads – Let your child carefully thread beads onto the spaghetti, one by one.

4. Challenge Them! – Try different patterns, count the beads, or use different pasta lengths for variety.

Why This Activity Rocks:

Fine Motor Skills – Strengthens little fingers for writing and self-care tasks.
Hand-Eye Coordination – Encourages precise movements and control.
Focus & Patience – Helps kids practice concentration in a fun way.
Creative Play – Experiment with colours and patterns while threading.
Language Development – Talk about colours, numbers, and textures as they play.

Link to Early Learning Framework:
✓ Learning Through Play
✓ Fine Motor Development
✓ Cognitive Development
✓ Hand-Eye Coordination
✓ Math & Pattern Recognition

Perfect for small groups, centres, or individual exploration

Download the PDF of this activity for parents and educators here.