Wooden Shoelace Tying Shoe – A Hands-On Tool for Mastering Independence

This Wooden Shoelace Tying Shoe is the perfect therapy tool for teaching children how to tie their own laces—a key milestone in developing independence in daily living skills. Compact and easy to handle at just 15cm tall and 8.5cm long, making it an ideal resource for therapists to take with into schools, homes and on community visits.

Why OTs Recommend It

Tying shoelaces is more than just a life skill—it targets a range of important developmental areas:

🖐️ Fine Motor Skills – Strengthens hand muscles and coordination through bilateral hand use, finger isolation, and pincer grasp.
🔁 Bilateral Coordination – Promotes the use of both hands working together, a vital skill for dressing, handwriting, and other ADLs.
👀 Visual Motor Integration – Supports hand-eye coordination as children follow lace paths and visually track their movements.
🧠 Motor Planning – Encourages sequencing and step-by-step planning as children learn and remember the tying process.
🎯 Concentration & Patience – Builds persistence and attention to task—essential skills for school readiness and functional independence.

Features

✅ Smooth wooden finish – Durable and tactile for sensory feedback.
✅ Pre-laced with vibrant laces – Easy to untie and re-lace for repeated practice.
✅ Compact and portable – Perfect for therapy kits, classrooms, and home use.

This shoe is a must-have tool for therapists teaching dressing skills or parents looking to help their child gain confidence and independence in everyday routines.