Get your preschooler rolling with this kid skills: Ball Handling!
In a safe place, try to encourage your preschooler to build a fundamental kid skills: ball handling.
Using a smaller ball 6-8 inch [15-25 cm.] that is under inflated so it is easier to grip.
Begin working with your child by both of your facing each other, seated on the floor.
- Separate your legs and touch your feet to the feet of your youngster.
- One of you roll the ball to the other. Repeat.
- Now model this handling: place your little fingers together, fingers pointing to the floor.
- Push the ball with your palms, finger tips pointing downward to PUSH the ball to partner.
- Make the skill harder, by NOW moving apart 6 inches [15 cm.].
- Repeat the rolling.
- Suggest that the child explore moving the ball, by themselves. Just watch as the observer. Just let them play.
With a little hinting, by you, and a few minutes of trying, your kid will probably show that wonderful skill: imagination. Enjoy the moments together!
If you want more instructions on handling skills visit our Kidskills website. Play builds children's brains!
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