Skill· 3.7y–4.8y· 4 min
Run and Move
Parent observes running mechanics, stair independence, skipping, and throwing form: head position while running, forward lean, sharp turns, varied surfaces, stairs without handrail (up and down), alternating-foot skipping, and body-propelled throwing. Covers eight gross motor milestones at 46-56mo.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Open space for running. Stairs or a step. A ball if available.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneSkips with alternating feetBody· 4y–5y· core
- MilestoneAlternates feet both ways unsupportedBody· 3.5y–5y· stretch· Steps 5, 6
- MilestoneMakes sharp turns while runningBody· 3.3y–5y· core
- MilestoneWhole-body coordinated throwBody· 4y–5y· core· Step 7
- MilestoneRuns confidently across surfacesBody· 4y–5y· stretch· Step 4
- MilestoneWalks down stairs using alternate feetBody· 4y–5y· core
- MilestoneClimbs alternately without helpBody· 2.5y–4.2y· stretch· Step 5
- MilestoneBalance on one foot for five secondsBody· 4.6y–5y· stretch
- MilestoneBalances on one foot for two secondsBody· 3.5y–4.2y· core· Step 9
Visual example
Coming soon