What is a Tripod Grip? - Answered - Twinkl Teaching Wiki
What is a Tripod Grip? - Answered - Twinkl Teaching Wiki
Dec 25, 2017
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The Montessori 3-finger grip, also known as the tripod grip, is a foundational technique used to help toddlers and preschoolers develop the proper way to hold a pencil. It involves using the thumb, index, and middle finger to grasp small objects—just like they eventually will with writing tools. This grip supports fine motor development, hand strength, and control, all essential for writing readiness. In Montessori education, this skill isn’t taught by giving children pencils right away. Instead
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Teaching a true tripod grasp starts small—literally! 🖍️ Snap a crayon in half and give kids the short piece. With less length to wrap their whole hand around, they naturally pinch with thumb, index, and middle fingers instead of a fist or four-finger grip. This quick trick went viral (and sparked debate) because I said the tripod is the gold standard. Yes, some adults write comfortably with other grasps, but this three-point hold gives little hands the best control, reduces fatigue, and sets th
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