[Effectiveness of a Manual Dexterity Training in German Kindergarten]

Effectiveness of a Manual Dexterity Training in German Kindergarten The present study examines effects of a manual dexterity training with cup stacking/speed stacking exercises for children in the last year of German kindergarten. Between pre- and posttest, nine trainings sessions were conducted within two weeks. The training group consisted of N = 20 children, the waiting control group of N = 17 children. Pre- and posttest consisted of the manual dexterity scale of the Movement ABC-2 (Petermann, 2011). Compared to the control group, the training group showed significantly lower pretest scores but higher posttest scores. Results were discussed in the light of need for replications. The importance of early prevention and intervention of motor coordination problems is highlighted.