Ball rolling together
1–2 yearsSuccess MindsetMaterials: Soft ball
Sit on the floor facing your child and roll a soft ball back and forth. Start close together so your child can succeed easily. This builds hand-eye coordination, turn-taking, and shared attention. The back-and-forth rhythm creates connection while developing motor skills.
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How to Do This Activity
Sit on the floor facing your child and roll a soft ball back and forth. Start close together so your child can succeed easily. This builds hand-eye coordination, turn-taking, and shared attention. The back-and-forth rhythm creates connection while developing motor skills.
Why It Works
Movement-based activities support healthy physical development and create positive associations with being active. Physical activity enhances brain function and supports cognitive development in children (Donnelly et al., 2016). Simple games like ball rolling help your child build coordination while establishing healthy, active play patterns.
Tips for Parents
Use a soft, lightweight ball that's easy for small hands to grasp. Celebrate when your child rolls the ball back, even if it doesn't come straight to you.
If your child loses interest after a few minutes, that's normal. You can return to this activity another day.
Materials Needed
Soft ball
Learning Methods
Hands-On ExplorationMontessori Practical Life Activities
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