Good balance underpins so many skills - from sitting unsupported, through to running and stopping successfully to avoid obstacles. Balance is developed through lots of outdoor movement play that moves the whole body in all different directions (rocking, rolling, bouncing, spinning, sliding etc.) Keep reading to find out how the skills that underpin good balance emerge, and the games you could play to encourage skill development.
Developing the necessary postural stability and visual motor skills that underpin balancing
Developing steadiness when moving the body in all different directions and over different surfaces
Balancing with good control in a range of environments and body positions
Toddlers
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Squat with complete steadiness and rise without support
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Momentarily balance on one foot
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Momentarily balance on one foot
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Walk along a plank on the floor with support
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Walk along a plank on the floor.
Activities
See what activities can help to support this core skill.