Skill· 2.5y–4y· 2 min
Run and Fun — Zooming Around Together
Parent and preschooler play a running game outdoors or in a large indoor space. Agent coaches parent to observe running coordination, balance, speed control, and body awareness through a series of playful challenges like 'run to the tree' and 'freeze like a statue.'
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Open, safe space for running. Identify 2-3 landmarks (tree, wall, chair, cone) about 15-20 feet apart. Child should be wearing safe shoes or be barefoot on grass.
How it works
The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneRuns smoothly without fallingBody· 22mo–3y· stretch· Step 1
- MilestoneStops when instructedHeart· 22mo–3y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneMakes sharp turns while runningBody· 3.3y–5y· core· Step 4
- MilestoneChildren show good control and co-ordination in large and small movements.Body· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Steps 1, 2
- MilestoneTakes turns in simple games with adult supportHeart· 20mo–3.3y· core· Step 5
- MilestoneCopies movements to musicBody· 18mo–3.3y· stretch· Step 6
- MilestoneAdjusts to stated expectationsHeart· 2.5y–3.7y· core· Step 2
- MilestoneWaits for needs or turnsHeart· 2.5y–5y· stretch· Step 5
Visual example
Coming soon