Getting those little fingers working in a different way as beads were threaded… strengthening fingers, refining fine motor control and drawing upon hand/eye coordination. Plus there were opportunities to develop and extend colour recognition and counting knowledge too…
Sometimes a little bit of guidance, some suggested strategies to try, or the odd demonstration from a nearby supportive grown up was required, but patience and perseverance prevailed for our children as beads were added onto string. 
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