Floating Feather Fans
Purpose
This fun game helps your child build core strength and control their breath. Blowing through a straw is a great way to work on oral motor skills. It strengthens the tiny muscles around the mouth used for clear speaking. Using a paper plate as a fan also builds upper body strength. Your child will need to plan their movements to guide the feather to the target. This helps with motor planning and focus. It is a playful way to practice graded force and coordination while staying in a stable position.
Activity Steps
Steps:
- Lay a long strip of butcher paper on the floor to make your landing runway.
- Use masking tape to secure a basket at the very end of the paper.
- Have your child lie on their tummy at the start of the runway.
- Place a soft feather in front of them on the paper.
- Hand your child a straw and ask them to blow air through it.
- Challenge them to push the feather forward using only their breath.
- If the feather gets stuck, give them a paper plate to use as a fan.
- Encourage them to wave the plate to create wind and move the feather.
- The goal is to get the feather all the way into the basket!
- Repeat the race and see if they can do it faster each time.
Safety Tip:
Always supervise your child closely while they are lying on the floor. Ensure the room is clear of sharp corners or hard furniture. Keep straws away from eyes and mouth after use.
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