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OT Tip Sheet: Development of Cutting

Three children engaged in arts and crafts, including paper cutting and drawing, at a table.

Developing cutting skills involves progressing from simple to complex tasks—starting with snipping and advancing to cutting curves. This step-by-step approach builds precision, coordination, and confidence for successful and age-appropriate scissor use.