Skill· 4y–5y· 3 min
My Own Basketballs
Parent and child create paper basketballs by coloring and rolling paper, then practice throwing them into a bucket or hoop. The agent coaches the parent to observe fine motor skills in crayon grip, paper rolling coordination, and overhand throwing technique — building hand strength and coordination through creative play.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Sitting area with table or floor space for coloring. Standing area with bucket or basket placed 3-4 feet away. Paper and crayons within reach. Parent and child positioned facing each other for modeling.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneUses finger-thumb pencil graspBody· 2.8y–4y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneManipulates materials to achieve a planned effect.Mind· 3.3y–5y· core
- MilestoneWhole-body coordinated throwBody· 4y–5y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneShows increasing control over an object in pushing, patting, throwing, catching or kicking it.Body· 3.3y–5y· core
- MilestoneLarge-ball overhead throwBody· 4y–5y· core· Step 3
- MilestoneControls tools effectivelyBody· 3.3y–5y· stretch
- MilestoneShapes playdough with controlBody· 3.3y–5y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneShows object-function knowledgeMind· 2.7y–5y· core· Step 1
Visual example
Coming soon