Requirements

• 2-3 different bouncy balls (e.g. large inflated bouncy ball, tennis ball, solid rubber ball)

Instructions

1. Show your child how to drop a ball, let it bounce once, and then catch.
2. Encourage your child to drop and catch the ball many times in a row.
3. Let your child try different sizes of balls, and start with balls that are easier to catch (e.g. larger balls).

Variations

• If it helps, children with physical disabilities can sit down while bouncing and catching, so their hands are free to catch.

Benefits

This activity develops hand-eye coordination, as well as fine motor control of the hands and fingers.