1. How to use chopsticks Grace Seo Eng 393 Dec. 10, 2009

2. Introduction ► Chopsticks are most commonly made of bamboo or plastic, but are also made of metal and various types of wood. ► The pair of sticks is used in one hand, between the thumb and fingers to pick up pieces of food. ► Anybody can use chopsticks to eat ► In order to master chopsticks it requires time, patience and practice. Materials: ► Chopsticks

3. Step 1- The Anchor Pick up a chopstick and place it in the crook between your thumb and first finger with the pointy end facing out. Pick up a chopstick and place it in the crook between your thumb and first finger with the pointy end facing out. To hold it in place simply squeeze it between the To hold it in place simply squeeze it between the thumb and ring finger (that's the one next to the pinky). Use the ball of the ring finger and middle part of the thumb. You should be able to poke things with it without it slipping around. Use the ball of the ring finger and middle part of the thumb. You should be able to poke things with it without it slipping around.

4. Step 2- The Pencil  Pick up the other chopstick and place it just above the Anchor so that the lengths line up and they're pointing chopstick and place it just above the Anchor so that the lengths line up and they're pointing the same way. the same way.  Hold it in place using the ball of your thumb and the ball of your middle finger.  You can also use the pointer finger as a guide in the same way you would hold a pencil.

5. Step 3-The Grab  Now to practice. Start with something big and soft so you can get used to holding things.  Comfort is key.

6. Step 4- The Pinch With practice, you should be able to pick up small things. With practice, you should be able to pick up small things. The Pencil does most of the moving, while the Anchor is merely the foundation to pinch against. The Pencil does most of the moving, while the Anchor is merely the foundation to pinch against.

7. Enjoy and Good Luck!!!