Toys

Kick a big soft ball

Age range: 1–4 years

Duration
10 min
Location
At home or outdoors
Category
Toys
Type
Activity

How to try it

Put a large, light ball on the floor or grass. Show your toddler how to walk up to it and give it a kick, then fetch it together and set it up again. Try kicking it toward a laundry basket or a tree.

Materials

  • Large soft ball

Safety note

Play away from roads, stairs and water, and stay within arm's reach.

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Why it matters

Kicking a ball uses one leg while the other holds the body steady, which builds balance and leg control.

Benefit

Kicking

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