Lacing Buttons – Foundational Learning & Fine Motor Skill Set

Aligned with NEP 2020 | NCF–Foundational Stage | Balvatika Curriculum

This thoughtfully designed Lacing Buttons Set is a hands-on learning material that supports foundational numeracy, sensory-motor development, and inclusive learning, as envisioned under NEP 2020 and NCF-FS.

Children engage in lacing, sorting, counting, and color–shape recognition, strengthening fine motor control and hand-eye coordination through purposeful play.

Key Learning Outcomes (Balvatika Alignment)

✔ Physical & Motor Development

• Strengthens finger muscles, grip, and bilateral coordination

• Supports pre-writing readiness through controlled hand movements

✔ Cognitive Development

• Encourages sorting, sequencing, and counting

• Builds early numeracy and logical thinking skills

✔ Language & Concept Development

• Introduces vocabulary related to colors, shapes, quantity, and patterns

• Supports teacher-guided conversations and independent exploration

✔ Sensory Integration

• Provides tactile feedback through lacing and handling wooden buttons

• Promotes focus and self-regulation

Inclusive & Special Needs Friendly

Designed for inclusive classrooms and therapy settings, this set is particularly beneficial for children with:

• Fine motor delays

• ADHD (supports focus through structured activity)

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (predictable, repetitive, calming task)

• Developmental delays

The open-ended design allows for individualized learning pace, in alignment with NEP’s emphasis on equity and inclusion.

What’s Included

• 50 colorful wooden buttons in multiple shapes and colors

• Laces for threading and pattern creation

• Sturdy wooden tray for organized, independent work

Why Educators & Therapists Love It

• Supports play-based, experiential learning

• Encourages self-learning and independence

• Ideal for Balvatika classrooms, special educators, occupational therapists, and homeschool setups

Recommended Age

3–6 years (Foundational Stage – Balvatika)