For young children, drawing and writing with skinny tools is:
A) more comfortable than using fat pencils and crayons.
B) developmentally appropriate because of the direction of proximodistal development.
C) fatiguing and likely to limit their engagement in these activities.
D) really the same as drawing and writing with fat tools.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Young children often lack the fine motor skills and hand strength required to effectively use skinny tools for drawing and writing, which can lead to fatigue and decreased engagement in these activities. Fat pencils and crayons are easier for them to grip and control, making the activity more enjoyable and developmentally appropriate.

For Young Children, Drawing and Writing with Skinny Tools Is