Try these Easter gross motor activities! I have designed these to be a fun and engaging way to help your child build essential skills while celebrating the holiday. These activities not only promote physical health but also contribute to cognitive and social-emotional development.

How do Easter gross motor activities benefit child development?

Engaging in gross motor activities during Easter can help improve your child's coordination, balance, and strength. These activities involve large muscle groups and encourage movement, which is essential for overall physical development. 

What skills can children develop through these activities?

These Easter gross motor activities can help children develop important skills such as spatial awareness, body control, and hand-eye coordination. These activities also promote sensory integration and encourage children to explore their environment through movement.

From James Dowton - Paediatric Physiotherapist (Masters Advanced Paediatric Physiotherapy - Monash Unversity. Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Honours - University of Newcastle, Australia)