Winter Activities For Kids
"Now that it's cold, my kid’s energy is through the roof. Any simple outlets?"
Answer: This is SUCH a great question, and such a real struggle this time of year (it's winter here!). First- obstacle courses are always a win! Take whatever you have - pillows on the floor, couch cushions, crib mattresses, boxes, painters tape on the floor - the key components I look for when building an obstacle course for gross motors skills and energy regulation are:
Something to climb OVER
Something to climb UNDER
Fun activities for motor planning - jumping, running from point A to point B, animal crawls, tunnels...seriously, use whatever you have!
Another fun activity that is AWESOME for energy regulation is filling up a laundry basket and having them push it!
Pro-tip - throw a towel under it so it doesn't scratch the floor.
Hope that helps, hang in there - warm days are coming!
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KC is a pediatric doctor of physical therapy, wife and mom of three! She has spent her career working with children and young adults of all ability levels, and currently specializes in birth to three years.
