How does an obstacle course help a child's development?
Stevie Swaniawski
2025-06-24 17:50:26
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An obstacle course, indoors or out, is a great way for your child to practice these gross motor milestones. Obstacle courses also support motor planning, sequencing, memory, following directions, and self-regulation. By 30 months, they may be able to: jump in place with both feet, and then at a distance of 8-14 inches. They may be able to jump forwards and backwards with both feet. They may be able to walk on a line. They may be able to walk on tiptoes. They may be able to stand on one foot for a short time. They may be able to run more smoothly, avoid an obstacle while running, and come to a more complete stop. This kind of course is also a pre-reading activity, demonstrating to your child that lines and marks have specific meanings, which is part of the “concepts of print,” the mechanics of how reading works.
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