Relay races or even just relays are really fun ideas that can work on gross and fine motor skills as well as teamwork, cooperation and social skills. All this while the kids are active and playing! … [Read more...]
Motor Tips for Parents – Part 2
This is a continuation of Motor Tips for Parents - Part 1 where I try to summarize the answers to questions and pointers I've given to my friends who have become parents in recent years. Less … [Read more...]
Let’s Play and Get Messy!
Okay parents, you may not like this but I'm about to be an advocate for letting your kids make a mess! Getting messy is fun for kids, but not only that it's beneficial! Allowing your kids to explore … [Read more...]
Kids Games – New Twists on Old Favorites!
So we just finished our first Motor Smart Kids group 'Music and Movement' and were able to get creative with some of the games we played so I thought I would pass them along. Ten Little Monkeys For … [Read more...]
Holiday Activities
Here are some more of the great ideas my mom has collected over the years... Candy Cane Hunt – have kids decorate white lunch bags before hunt. Separate into age groups & have age designated … [Read more...]