Skill· 2y–3y· 2 min

Animal Balance Walk

Parent guides child through walking like different animals (elephant, flamingo, tiptoe mouse) to practice balance, body awareness, and gross motor skills. The agent coaches the parent to observe one-foot standing attempts, tiptoe walking, and bilateral coordination during this playful transition game.

Free to do together whenever you like.

What you'll need

Clear walking path between two rooms or areas. No materials needed. Child should be wearing comfortable clothes and shoes or barefoot on safe surface.

How it works

The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.

What this develops

Visual example

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