Outdoors

Chase balls down a slope

Age range: 1–3 years

Duration
15 min
Location
Outside
Category
Outdoors
Type
Activity

How to try it

Roll a few big, light balls down a gentle slope and cheer your toddler on as they toddle after them. Collect them at the bottom and send them off again.

Materials

  • Large light balls

Safety note

Pick a slope with soft ground that ends well away from roads, driveways, and water, and stay within arm's reach.

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Why it matters

Chasing a moving ball lets your toddler practice speed, direction, and balance on uneven ground.

Benefit

Running

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