Newspaper Ring Launchers
Purpose
This activity helps your child work on coordinating their big muscle movements. By rolling and throwing their paper tubes, they build strength in their shoulders and arms. Aiming for the hanging ring improves their focus and timing. It is a great way to turn simple items into a fun challenge that burns energy.
Activity Steps
Steps:
- Help your child roll a single sheet of newspaper diagonally into a tight, long tube.
- Wrap masking tape around the top, middle, and bottom to keep the paper firm.
- Cut a large circle out of the center of a cardboard piece for a target.
- Use ribbon to hang the cardboard ring from a stable doorway or chair.
- Mark a throw line on the floor with tape a few feet away.
- Challenge your child to throw their newspaper tube through the center of the ring.
- Move the line further back to make the game harder as they improve.
Safety Tip:
Adult supervision is recommended to ensure the child throws safely and the area is clear of breakable items.
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