{"product_id":"apple-tong-grijperschaar","title":"Apple Tong gripping scissors","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"439\" data-start=\"366\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScissoring without paper… but with all the movements you need!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese Apple tongs are a clever and playful way to practice the \u003cstrong data-end=\"525\" data-start=\"498\"\u003escissoring motion\u003c\/strong\u003e, without actually cutting. They work like scissors, but instead of cutting, children grasp and squeeze objects. This way, the full focus is on the finger movement and hand control needed to learn to cut well later.\u003cbr\u003eBecause the other hand doesn't have to hold and guide paper yet, there is calm and clarity in the exercise. Ideal for children who are still developing the basics of scissor skills or need extra support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- practices the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"1077\" data-start=\"1041\"\u003escissoring motion of fingers and hand\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- strengthens \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"1120\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003ehand muscles and pincer grip\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- promotes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"1168\" data-start=\"1135\"\u003efine motor skills and coordination\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- supports the progression to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"1229\" data-start=\"1200\"\u003eindependent cutting\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- reduces frustration by focusing on one skill at a time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1484\" data-start=\"1296\"\u003ePerfect for table activities where children can playfully sort and move: pom-poms, beads, foam balls, or clothes pegs. This makes practicing automatically fun and meaningful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1508\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1506\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003ePlay suggestions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- sort pom-poms by color or size\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- move small materials from one container to another\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- create an obstacle course with different objects to grasp\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e- combine with the apple tree for cooperative play and extra challenge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1842\" data-start=\"1731\"\u003eAn accessible step towards cutting, where motor development and self-confidence go hand in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hungry Cutters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56576491618690,"sku":"huapto","price":3.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/9671\/4404\/files\/Schermafdruk2026-04-2014.26.25.png?v=1776688284","url":"https:\/\/www.toys42hands.nl\/en\/products\/apple-tong-grijperschaar","provider":"Toys42hands","version":"1.0","type":"link"}