Scissor Skills Cutting Practice

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Build scissor skills step by step. This pack has 24 cutting practice pages that start with straight lines and move to zigzags, waves, mountains, steps, rainbow arches, bumps and castle walls, then shapes to cut out, a lion who needs a haircut and a snake spiral. Each line starts with a scissors icon, and the strips are spaced so kids can cut them apart easily.

What's inside

Perfect for

Who Scissor Skills Cutting Practice is for

For preschoolers and kindergartners learning to use scissors safely. The pages move from easy to tricky so kids build hand strength, coordination and confidence, one strip at a time.

How to use it in 4 steps

  1. Use child-safe scissors with grown-up supervision.
  2. Start with the straight line pages.
  3. Hold the paper with your helper hand and cut along the dashed lines.
  4. Move on to curves, shapes and the lion haircut.

Format and compatibility

You get a print-ready PDF sized for US Letter paper (8.5 x 11 inches). Print at home on any color or black-and-white printer, as many times as you like for your own family or classroom. On A4 paper, choose "Fit to page". This download has 28 pages.

Scissor Skills Cutting Practice: frequently asked questions

What age is this for?

About 3 to 6 years old, with grown-up supervision.

What paper should I use?

Regular printer paper is easiest to cut. Cardstock is harder and better for older kids.

Is it good for occupational therapy practice?

Many parents and teachers use it for fine motor practice. Ask your therapist how to fit it into your plan.

How do I get my files?

Right after payment you receive a download link at the email you entered at checkout. Save the files to your device and use them as often as you like.

Is anything shipped to me?

No. This is a digital product, so nothing physical is mailed.

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