Noodle Mountain Roll
Purpose
This fun vertical activity helps your child build a strong core and shoulder muscles (proximal stability) while practicing hand-eye coordination and encouraging them to use both sides of their body together.
Activity Steps
Steps:
- An adult should safely cut the pool noodle lengthwise to create a long U-shaped channel (this will be your ramp).
- Help your child use masking tape to secure the pool noodle ramps onto a large piece of standing cardboard or a sturdy wall in a zigzag or spiral pattern. Make sure the segments line up so the tennis ball can transfer easily.
- Have your child stand centered in front of the track. Encourage them to start the tennis ball at the top, using both hands together to place the ball gently into the ramp opening.
- As the ball rolls down, encourage them to follow the ball visually and use one hand to stabilize the cardboard wall (or the noodle itself) while the other hand reaches across their body (crossing midline) to catch the ball or guide it into the next section.
Safety Tip:
Ensure the cardboard or base used for the track is stable and cannot tip over or fall onto the child. Always supervise standing activities.
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