Scissor skills develop through a clear five-stage progression, from simply holding scissors around 18 months to cutting complex shapes by age 6 to 7. Readiness depends on core strength, bilateral coordination, and a mature pincer grasp, not age alone, which means some children need more foundational practice before scissors make sense. https://montessoritoys.in/blog/scissor-skills-by-age:-complete-development-timeline-and-readiness-guide