Skill· 22mo–2y· 3 min
Backwards Coloring
Parent and child create a colorful 'wallpaper' by drawing lines on paper taped to the wall while walking forward and backward. The agent coaches the parent to observe the child's backward walking ability, balance control, and motor planning — building gross motor coordination and spatial awareness through creative movement.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Tape several large sheets of paper to the wall at your child's drawing height. Clear floor space for walking forward and backward. Have crayons/markers ready. Ensure floor is not slippery.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneScribbles or makes marksBody· 12mo–22mo· core· Steps 1, 2, 3
- MilestoneWalks backwardBody· 3y–4y· core
- MilestoneMakes connections between their movement and the marks they make.Body· 8mo–20mo· stretch
- MilestoneUses mark-making toolsBody· 22mo–2.8y· stretch
- MilestoneProduces controlled varied strokesBody· 2y–3y· stretch· Step 3
Visual example
Coming soon