Skill· 3y–4y· 3 min
Find the Balls Run
Parent hides balls around a room for child to find while running. The agent coaches the parent to observe running coordination, arm-leg opposition, and ball-kicking accuracy — building gross motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness through active play.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Clear, safe indoor or outdoor space for running. 4-6 soft balls or sock balls. A basket or container for collecting. Child should wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for running.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneChildren show good control and co-ordination in large and small movements.Body· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneShows increasing control over an object in pushing, patting, throwing, catching or kicking it.Body· 3.3y–5y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneMakes sharp turns while runningBody· 3.3y–5y· stretch
- MilestoneNegotiates space while movingBody· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneKicks a ball forwardBody· 2.2y–3y· stretch· Step 3
- MilestoneRuns around obstaclesBody· 2.7y–3.7y· core
Visual example
Coming soon