<p>Buttoning is a fine motor skill that takes practice and patience, and it's an important step toward your child dressing independently. Use an old shirt with large buttons or make a practice board from fabric with buttons of different sizes sewn on.</p><p>Start with large, easy-to-grip buttons, gently guiding your child's hands the first few times, then gradually let them try on their own. Repetition and patience are key — this skill takes time to master.</p><ul><li>Choose a shirt or fabric piece with large buttons.</li><li>Sit facing your child so they can see your hand movements.</li><li>Slowly undo one button while describing the motion in words.</li><li>Let your child try on their own, helping only when truly needed.</li><li>Move to smaller buttons gradually once the large ones are mastered.</li></ul>