Gross Motor Skills Activities
Kneading dough, rolling pastry, and mixing batter all build upper body strength and coordination — perfect for active little ones who love getting stuck in!
Gross Motor Skills Activities
Kneading Dough
Push, pull, fold, and squash! Kneading bread dough is a fantastic upper body workout and incredibly satisfying for children.
Rolling Pastry
Using a rolling pin builds arm strength, coordination, and teaches children about applying even pressure.
Mixing & Stirring
Stirring thick batter or mixing ingredients in a big bowl uses the whole arm and builds strength children need for writing and sport.
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