Keeping to the rules
Skill: Physical development helps fine tune both your child’s gross, and fine motor skills. It is also very important in strengthening muscles, controlling the body and co-ordination. This activity Keeping to the rules, teaches your child the importance of safety when moving, jumping and landing.
It is important that young children take care when
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Play one of your child’s favourite tunes and
ask your child to stop when the music stops.
After you have played it several times talk to
them about the importance of moving about
without hurting themselves or other people.
Play musical bumps where they have to sit
down safely on a soft cushion. Explain why
sitting down carefully is important.
Play some other simple games which have
two or three rules.
You can find instructions on how to play
musical bumps, on the following page.