{"id":174000000696,"date":"2020-01-16T10:54:45","date_gmt":"2020-01-16T15:54:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kidsrkids.com\/avalon-park\/?p=174000000696"},"modified":"2020-01-23T11:55:50","modified_gmt":"2020-01-23T16:55:50","slug":"activities-to-do-with-your-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kidsrkids.com\/avalon-park\/2020\/01\/16\/activities-to-do-with-your-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Activities to Develop Your Kid\u2019s Motor Skills"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you noticed that your child doesn\u2019t have good balance or coordination? You can help them gain these gross motor skills through fun activities.Gross motor skills involve the coordination of\u00a0large muscle groups in the arms, legs, and torso with the neurological system.\u00a0Raking your yard, throwing a ball and dancing are all examples of gross motor\u00a0skills in action. Developing this connection between\u00a0the body and mind is how\u00a0we learn to balance, coordination and get a feel for our body in space. You\u00a0aren\u2019t born with gross motor\u00a0skills, you develop them. Toddlers and\u00a0preschoolers are still developing these gross motor skills<\/a>. You can help them\u00a0with fun\u00a0activities like these.<\/p>\n

Jumping Jacks<\/h2>\n
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Jumping jacks are a great activity to improve coordination since the goal is to move your arms and legs at the same time. You can do jumping jacks with your child inside or outside.<\/p>\n

Trampoline<\/h2>\n

Bouncing on a trampoline will help your child improve their balance. There are many wonderful indoor trampoline parks that you can take advantage of now. An additional perk of going to a trampoline park is that your child can socialize with other kids. You can also get a mini trampoline for home. Just be sure to follow the safety instructions.<\/p>\n

Hopscotch<\/h2>\n
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Playing hopscotch helps your kid master balance and coordination. You can also use it to practice counting. You can use sidewalk chalk or painter\u2019s tape to make a hopscotch board on the ground.<\/p>\n

Balloon Volleyball<\/h2>\n

Batting a balloon back and forth is an entertaining way to enhance your child\u2019s gross motor skills. You\u2019ll both be kept on your toes as you work to keep the balloon in the air between you.<\/p>\n

Bubble Play<\/h2>\n

Chasing bubbles around the yard is another way that your kid can develop their gross motor skills. They\u2019ll be working on keeping their balance and shifting their weight as they zigzag around the yard after elusive bubbles.<\/p>\n

Playground Play<\/h2>\n
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Kids use many gross motor skills as they play on a playground. Swings teach kids to coordinate their leg movements, rope ladders and wobbly bridges build up their trunk muscles and balance. Taking your child to a playground is a memorable way to enhance these skills.<\/p>\n

Dancing or Martial Arts<\/h2>\n

Dancing and martial arts are also excellent for developing children\u2019s gross motor skills. These types of activities develop their core muscles, motor sequencing skills and their sense of their body in space. They also enhance their balance and coordination. These activities can be especially beneficial for children with sensory processing issues.<\/p>\n

Tricycles, Scooters &\u00a0Pedal Cars<\/h2>\n

Riding a bike is the ultimate test of a child\u2019s gross motor skills. Teaching them how to ride a tricycle, scooter or pedal car will prepare them to ride a bike in the future.<\/span>Creating fun opportunities for your child to\u00a0move their body is the best way to help them develop their gross motor skills.\u00a0Here at\u00a0Kids R Kids Avalon Park<\/a>, we incorporate activities like this into the\u00a0daily routine. Contact us to learn more about the fun and\u00a0engaging ways we help\u00a0kids develop their gross motor skills.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Have you noticed that your child doesn\u2019t have good balance or coordination? You can help them gain these gross motor skills through fun activities.Gross motor skills involve the coordination of\u00a0large muscle groups in the arms, legs, and torso with the neurological system.\u00a0Raking your yard, throwing a ball and dancing are all examples of gross motor\u00a0skills […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":289,"featured_media":174000000702,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[174000000023],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-174000000696","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-motor-skills"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat Can I Do To Help My Kids Develop Strong Motor Skills?<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"You can help your kids develop strong motor skills by playing volleyball, trampoline, hopscotch, and by riding tricycles or pedal cars.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" 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