Which instrument is designed to assess gross and fine motor development in young children?

• A. PDMS-2
• B. MAP
• C. Both
• D. None

Answer: (A)

When you need a single tool that covers both ends of motor development in young children, you look for a comprehensive, standardized assessment. The Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Second Edition (PDMS-2) is designed exactly for that: it includes separate sections that measure gross motor skills (like crawling, walking, jumping, and ball skills) and fine motor skills (such as grasping, hand use, and coordinated hand-eye tasks). It provides normative scores and a Motor Quotient that reflect overall motor development and helps pinpoint specific areas where a child may need support, while also allowing progress to be tracked over time.

MAP is a different instrument and does not offer the same comprehensive, standardized coverage of both gross and fine motor domains in a single, age-appropriate protocol. That’s why PDMS-2 is the best choice for assessing overall gross and fine motor development in young children.