Physical Development Activities for Kids
Fuel Your Child’s Growth with Physical Development Activities
Physical development is crucial for a child’s overall well-being, as it fosters strength, coordination, and fine motor skills. Incorporating physical development activities for kids into your daily routine can significantly improve your child’s health while making exercise enjoyable. From games to simple exercises, these activities keep kids active, engaged, and growing both physically and mentally. Below, we explore some of the best activities to boost your child’s physical development.
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- Limitless Fun & Giggles Guaranteed: From setting up obstacle courses for getting those ninja skills going to playing an entertaining floor is lava game with the whole family. The stepping stones help you to create a fun indoor & outdoor play area kiddos will love
- Playful Learning & Development: Perfect to combine learning & play! With ZICOTOs’ stepping stones for kids you can foster the development of spatial awareness, gross motor skills and coordination, while strengthening balance, concentration & physical fitness
- Absolutely Safe & Kid-Friendly: Only 100% safety when it comes to your little ones’ toys! The toddler stepping stones for kids 12+ months are non-toxic, BPA free and are equipped with a non-slip bottom. Mandatory: use barefoot or with anti-slip socks for maximum safety
- Sturdy & Durable - For Long-Lasting Entertainment: Your premium balance stepping stones for kids! and toddler activities Made from plywood, the stepping stones not only provide superior longevity, but also offer an elevated design. Clever: the wooden stones are stackable for easy storage
- Set Of 6 Colorful Stepping Stones: The set includes six stepping stones in different, harmonious colors - a perfect sensory toy for toddler activity! Each round stone is ideally sized at 7.5” (diameter). Are you ready for pure fun during kids & family games - let your imagination flow!
- 【SAFETY & DURABILITY】Premkid foam dices for preschool games have bright colors, smooth soft and elastic surface, suitable for children's skin to assure the safety of kids using. All cartoon patterns are created by a special team for children. Loved by children and children can play indoors and outdoors anytime they like. The exercise dice is also waterproof, so once dirty can be effectively washed with water.
- 【NEW GAMEPLAY & GIFT】Kids workout equipment has 22 movements, 11 numbers and 3 “pick your own options”. The combination of different colors of the dices adds more fun, just need children to roll different dices can carry on the game, according to the patterns above the different movement imitation. Kids can play with their parents or friends without limit, the best dice game gift ever.
- 【MAGIC NUMBER】There are numbers 1-11 on the red giant dice to indicate the number of times, which number to roll, the number of times to carry out the action. It is good for young children's intellectual development, they can not only sport, but also develop intelligence. It can be used as classroom educational equipment and preschool games produced by teachers for children.
- 【CUTE ANIMALS】The yellow foam dice has patterns of eleven lovely animals and text descriptions representing their movements. When children roll different animal patterns, they should imitate their corresponding actions. They can not only know many animals, but also learn all kinds of animal movements. Expand their imagination and knowledge. Best family entertainment activities for parents and children.
- 【HEALTHY GROWTH】Blue yoga dice has 11 different action patterns for lovely children. When they roll to the action, they start their workout. All actions are professionally selected for children's growth and physical exercise. Help to improve fitness, confidence, and coordination. Our mission is to make every kid grow up healthily, so please feel free to contact us if you have any product problems, we will try our best.
- Active Playtime, Ultimate Entertainment: Turn any space into an exciting playground with stepping stones for kids. Create imaginative obstacle courses, balance games and more with engaging outdoor toys for toddlers 1-3+. Inspire hours of screen-free fun!
- Step Up Your Kids’ Skills: Help your little ones grow strong and confident with every hop! ZICOTOs’ pebble stepping stones are designed to enhance balance, coordination & overall motor skills, making them the perfect toddler outdoor toys for developmental play
- Safe Steps, Happy Parents: Safety comes first, always! Made from non-toxic, BPA-free materials and featuring an anti-slip surface, the perfectly sized 7.8x7.8x1.1" step stones provide a secure, worry-free playtime experience, both indoor and outdoor
- Built to Last Through Play: Crafted from durable TPE + PP, the kids outdoor play equipment withstands energetic toddler play. The stepping stones are sturdy and reliable, ensuring they’ll be a favorite for years to come for your growing toddler
- Cheerful Colors, Easy Pack-Up: The set of 6 stepping stones boasts different, cute colors and a stackable design, making it a breeze to store and transport. Ideal for active play at home, in the park, on vacation or anywhere your play adventures take you!
- The Yogi Yoga Cards with four different activities teaches kids Yoga, helps promote emotionally, social cognitive, and physical development. Great as a birthday gift!
- Indoors or outdoors, through YOGI your kids move and develop their body awareness, strength and flexibility, and of course – burn some energy! Nevertheless, the kiddos will also learn to be relaxed and quiet.
- Enjoy YOGI in your house, on a picnic and even a vacation. Your family will interact and collaborate through a variety of activities and games. Quality fun time is guaranteed!
- It is well known that kids grow and develop best through play. The activities will improve your kids' attentiveness, concentration and memory as well as physical wellbeing.
- Includes 4 different activities, 1 Birthday adventure, 20 yoga pose cards, 20 fun rhyme instruction cards.
- EXCITING EXERCISE -- The Joey Jump requires the active use of arms and legs, which improves muscle strength. Kids will develop agility as they launch and catch.
- TEACH COORDINATION -- The Joey Jump stomp and catch board helps preschool and kindergarteners learn a valuable life skill: catching. A great solitary or group activity to build hand-eye coordination.
- GROSS MOTOR GOOD TIMES -- Children will engage their gross motor skills as they stomp, launch, catch and jump. Use the variable leverage points to change the height of bean bag flight.
- SAFE DESIGN -- The Joey Jump board is designed for young children and ensures a safe learning environment to teach athletic skills. Board features a textured surface on one side for increased stomping traction.
- BUILT TO LAST -- Made from durable plastic, this stomp board was made to endure thousands of uses from eager and energetic kids. It can be used indoor as well as outdoors.
Outdoor Play for Gross Motor Skills
Outdoor play is an ideal way to develop gross motor skills, which involve large muscle movements. Running, jumping, and climbing help children build coordination, balance, and strength while enjoying the freedom of open space.
- SENSORY ACTIVITY: Let your little ones splash, pour, and explore with thrilling rain showers that spark imagination, fill with sand for even more playful possibilities
- RAIN SHOWER: Watch water pour down from the top creating realistic rainfall sights and sounds, teaches STEM principles, 13-piece toy set included for endless fun
- FUN FOR ALL KIDS: Large surface lets several kids play together, easy access, encouraging social and sharing skills, basin holds up to 5 gallons, dimensions 32" H x 24" W x 39" D
- EASY TO CLEAN & ASSEMBLE: Plug allows for easy drainage, use disinfectant wipes or household cleaners to clean for sanitary play environment
- DURABLE: Built to last, double-walled plastic construction, years of use with colors that won't chip, fade, crack, or peel
- Made in the USA. The Little Tikes Company is located in the heartland of America.
- CAPE COTTAGE DESIGN - The Little Tikes Cape Cottage Playhouse is a stylish addition to your play room and backyard. It has a sweet victorian feel with blue and white color scheme pefect for both girls and boys.
- DEVELOP YOUR CHILD'S SKILLS - Multifunctional play house that helps kids develop fine motor skills and cognative abilities. It can help child's social and emotional skills, improve language, encourage problem-solving and build other developmental skills.
- INDOOR AND OUTDOOR USE - Our indoor playground for toddlers are water-resistant so you and your little one can use it outdoors too. It features a working door, 2 windows with working shutters, a mail slot and flag holder.
- DURABLE AND SAFE - We made sure that your baby is safe as he plays that's why we created this indoor kids playhouse with robust and durable materials. It's cut with precision but with comfortable on every corner.
- NERF VORTEX: The NERF Vortex Aero Howler Foam Football is built for maximum distance passes to take any catch or football game to the next level!
- HEAR THE DIFFERENCE: Designed with built-in air holes that give this ball a distinctive, roaring whistle as it flies through the air so you can see and hear the difference
- MAXIMUM FLIGHT: This Vortex football is designed with an aero-dynamic, 3-finned tail to help throw tight spirals that allow the ball soar through the air like no other toy football
- EASY GRIP: The molded hand grip on the ball helps improve grip on the ball so players can show off their passing and catching skills with ease
- INDOOR + OUTDOOR: The soft NERF foam construction makes this ball easy and safe to use indoors and outdoors so you can bring it to the beach, the pool or the backyard for NERF football fun!
Balance and Coordination Games
Activities like balance beams, hopscotch, and obstacle courses improve your child’s balance and coordination. These games challenge kids to maintain stability while moving, helping them fine-tune their physical abilities.
- Balance Beams: Get creative and active with a modular set of balancing beams that connect any which way
- Easy Assembly: Match up the pieces to form beams and connect to the foot pads with a click.
- Endless Combinations: Build it your way with 8 beam sections and 5 sensory step-stones.
- Active Play: Playing with this balance beam set helps improve coordination and turns playtime into full-body fun
- Age: This balancing beam set is recommended for kids 3 years +
- Exciting balance game for 1-4 players that will have everyone "hanging" on the edge of their seats
- Includes 24 game rods, wooden base, 4 frame rods, colored die, and wooden connector
- Fun to play with a group or even alone
- Makes a great gift
- Develops hand-eye coordination, cognitive skills, and interpersonal skills; product made with FSC-certified materials that support responsible forestry; applies to new inventory only (FSC C156584)
- 【Enjoyable Game for Kids, Adults, Family】: Colorful Blocks helps children develop mental skills, hand-eye coordination, concentration and patience. Suit for 2player+. Amazing conversation board game for kids, teens, adults. Idea icebreaking toy and Family interactive parent-child toys
- 【Exciting Balancing Team Game】: Away from smart devices, kids, parents and friends can focus on stacking toys. Every kid or adults love to stack puzzles or use lovely little blocks as an open-ended toy. Promote communication and improve social skills
- 【Drinking Game and Parties Choice】: Perfect choice of party dricking communication, party lively atmosphere, interactive topic. Awesome gift for Children's Day, Christmas, birthdays, holidays, new year and rewards.
- 【Safety Material】: Made of ABS material. Compared with wooden building blocks, ABS material has no risk of paint peeling and wear.
- 【So Many In The Package】: 48x Stacking Building Blocks (4 color: blue/red/green/yelllow), 1x Base (size:2.7x6.7"), 22x Draw Cards
Indoor Physical Activities for Rainy Days
When outdoor play isn’t an option, indoor activities such as yoga, dance, and interactive video games are perfect for keeping kids physically active. These activities focus on flexibility, strength, and body awareness while offering fun, engaging movements.
- Balance Beams: Get creative and active with a modular set of balancing beams that connect any which way
- Easy Assembly: Match up the pieces to form beams and connect to the foot pads with a click.
- Endless Combinations: Build it your way with 8 beam sections and 5 sensory step-stones.
- Active Play: Playing with this balance beam set helps improve coordination and turns playtime into full-body fun
- Age: This balancing beam set is recommended for kids 3 years +
- 5 GAMES INCLUDED. UNLOCK MORE WITH PLAY PASS. Playground comes with Fruit Ninja, Starri, Whac-a-Mole, Go Keeper, and Party Fowl. A separate purchase of a 3-Month ($49) or 12-Month Play Pass ($89) is required to access the full catalog of games and get new games each month, including Barbie, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Peppa Pig, Elmo, Miraculous Ladybug, Gabby's Dollhouse, Kung Fu Panda and more.
- GET MOVING WITH ACTIVE FAMILY FUN. Nex Playground is a new kind of video game console that gets your family moving. It easily connects to your TV, transforming your living room into an active play space. Within minutes, your family will be playing Fruit Ninja, Whac-a-Mole and more. Using a built-in camera to track motion and natural body movements, anyone in the family can jump right in.
- JUST USE YOUR BODY TO PLAY. Play naturally just by moving your body. Playground uses the magic of AI to follow your movements using the built-in wide-angle camera. No controllers or clunky trackers! Up to 4 players can play at the same time, so everyone can get moving together.
- GAMES YOU'LL LOVE MOVING TO. Playground is packed with interactive motion games, turning your living room into an arcade, theme park, gym, and more. There is something for everyone. It is perfect for indoor family game night, after school activities, or a playdate with friends.
- EASY SET UP. Playground connects to your TV or projector with a simple HDMI connection and gets everyone in on the fun. It's small and sits elegantly on any console or mantle, and can easily fit in a backpack for playdates and more. From ages 5 and up—Playground is the life of every party.
- SET OF 10 - The set comes with 10 multi-colored rings and 15 easy snap connectors that can be set up in a variety of configurations, encouraging your child to use their imagination to invent new ways to jump and play.
- INDOOR/OUTDOOR - The set is easily portable for indoor or outdoor use. It’s the perfect activity for rainy day play in the living room, bedroom, or playroom, as well as summertime fun in the backyard, driveway, or front sidewalk!
- GROSS MOTOR SKILLS - Not only is the hopscotch hoop game fun and engaging, it’s a great way to help younger children build strength and develop their gross motor skills and balance.
- FAMILY FUN - This game provides a physical activity that can get the whole family moving! Kids ages 3 and up will enjoy hours of fun with this creative twist on the classic playground game.
- PRODUCT DETAILS - Material: Plastic. Dimensions: Rings-(Diameter)11”, Connectors (L)3.25”. Set comes with 10 rings in multiple colors and 15 connectors.
Fine Motor Skill Exercises
Developing fine motor skills is essential for tasks that require precision, like writing or buttoning a shirt. Activities such as puzzles, building blocks, and arts and crafts engage children’s hands and fingers, helping them gain dexterity and control.
- FINE MOTOR GAMES FOR KIDS: Build fine motor skills with chunky, peg-shaped pieces that fit to the back of this friendly hedgehog. Also use Spike as for occupational therapy exercises
- DEVELOP: Colorful quills help kids build color recognition, sorting, and counting skills through fine motor skill games. Spike is also a great toy for visually impaired children!
- TODDLER TOYS: Now fine motor intrinsic toys come with easy to grasp pieces that are just the right size for little toddler and preschool hands to hold. Fine motor set includes 2-piece hedgehog about 6” in diameter, 12 quills, and activity guide
- EASY STORAGE: When playtime over the quills easily fit in the Hedgehog
- GIVE THE GIFT OF LEARNING: Whether you’re shopping for holidays, birthdays, or just because, toys from Learning Resources help you discover new learning fun every time you give a gift! Ideal gift for Halloween, Christmas, Stocking Stuffers, Easter Baskets Stuffers or even for Homeschool.
- BUILD fine motor skills as you snag oodles of noodles for knock-out bowls of ramen!
- 3-IN-1 LEARNING: preschool fine motor, counting, and color skills!
- SOLO or group play—test fine motor skills on your own or with up to three friends!
- ALL-IN-ONE reusable packaging acts as game board and storage!
- GIVE THE GIFT OF LEARNING: Whether you’re shopping for holidays, birthdays, or just because, toys from Learning Resources help you discover new learning fun every time you give a gift! Ideal gift for Halloween, Christmas, Stocking Stuffers, Easter Baskets Stuffers or even for Homeschool.
- Counting sorting bears: a fun and educational stem game; This set includes 60 cute bears in 6 bright colors, 6 jumbo tweezers, 2 scissor clips, 6 colorful sorting cups; These sorting bears work well, both fun and educational for toddlers; It allows children to focus their attention on the movement and placement of objects as they become aware of balance, coordination and gravity
- Improve fine motor skills: this sorting bears set encourages kids to use sorting skills and helps them develop the pincer movement; While they dump the bears out and then let the thumb and index finger use the clip to put the bears back into the cup
- Toddler learning tools: these counting sorting bears are early learning resources, sorting, counting and color coordinating stimulate learning; They are nice tools for teaching colors, sorting is a memory game too. These sorting bears are useful teaching toys to teach young children mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction and even multiplication, suitable for classroom and resource room
- Hours of fun: kids will love counting, sorting, matching, and playing with these cute bears; The bright colors make this toy visually stimulating as well
- Safe for kids: this rainbow counting sorting bears toy game set is made of quality plastic, safe for kids and easy to clean, when learning time is over, it can be cleaned up quickly; Nice for home or school use
Sports for Teamwork and Fitness
Organized sports such as soccer, basketball, or gymnastics are excellent for physical development, as they build endurance, strength, and teamwork skills. Children learn discipline and cooperation while staying physically active.
- SET OF 10 - The set comes with 10 multi-colored rings and 15 easy snap connectors that can be set up in a variety of configurations, encouraging your child to use their imagination to invent new ways to jump and play.
- INDOOR/OUTDOOR - The set is easily portable for indoor or outdoor use. It’s the perfect activity for rainy day play in the living room, bedroom, or playroom, as well as summertime fun in the backyard, driveway, or front sidewalk!
- GROSS MOTOR SKILLS - Not only is the hopscotch hoop game fun and engaging, it’s a great way to help younger children build strength and develop their gross motor skills and balance.
- FAMILY FUN - This game provides a physical activity that can get the whole family moving! Kids ages 3 and up will enjoy hours of fun with this creative twist on the classic playground game.
- PRODUCT DETAILS - Material: Plastic. Dimensions: Rings-(Diameter)11”, Connectors (L)3.25”. Set comes with 10 rings in multiple colors and 15 connectors.
- GROW WITH ME: This batting tee is specifically designed to adjust and teach young teeball players how to practice their hitting as they continue to grow and improve!
- HANGING TEE: For your youngest players, the hanging tee design suspends a ball anywhere from 18" to 26" from the ground using self stick technology so that young hitters can practice their hand eye coordination!
- TRADITIONAL TEE: Once players start to grow and improve, remove the hanging attachment to transform it into a traditional batting tee in seconds! The traditional tee adjusts from 25" to 36" in height
- ALL INCLUDED: This set comes complete with the Grow-with-Me Batting Tee, (1) 21 inch plastic bat, and (4) baseballs with self-stick covers, providing you with everything you need to play!
- SIZE: Assembles to 25.5" x 25.5" x 45.5"; ages 3+; Hanging Tee Height Adjustments: 18" to 26" ; Traditional Tee Height Adjustments: 25" - 36"
- Complete and Valuable Soccer Goals Set - The VAVOSPORT Soccer Net Set is the most complete soccer set on the market. It has 2 easy-fold kids' soccer goals, 1 std size 3 soccer ball, 1 inflation pump, 10 cones, 8 U-shaped heavy-duty ground nails and 1 carrying bag. One soccer set for everything you need to develop your child into a little athlete, allowing your kids to have their "own" net to score a goal on!
- Quality and Durability Above All Else - 2 set of 4' x 3' portable soccer goals both made of durable Oxford cloth and 10MM fiberglass poles with good toughness and wear resistance. The std size 3 soccerball benchmarking against various big brands of soccer, made of durable TPU, designed to resist abrasion and last longer. Can support kids to kick the ball into it reasonably hard! Great for Training and Funning!
- Portable and Folding Soccer Goal - With a carry bag for our toddler soccer goal. You can get the soccer nets in seconds by 2 steps: put the poles into the cloth cover, and connect them with L-shaped connectors. And can also be folded into an isosceles triangle quickly without removing the rods from the soccer net itself, allowing for a quick setup, easy fold, throw over the shoulder, and go!
- Anytime and Anywhere Soccer Gaming - Comes with 8 heavy-duty ground stakes, so you can securely attach them to the ground. Whether your kids are at the school game, park, backyard, or beach, you will always find that this backyard soccer goal helps your child have soccer training. Get one set not only for learning the fundamentals of soccer but also to improve motor skills, speed agility and coordination.
- Entertainment and Practice for All Ages - Tailored portable equipment for ages 1-18 - toddlers, kids, youth, teenagers, boys, and girls. Ideal 4x3ft soccer net for backyard games and training sessions. Enjoy exciting gameplay with friends and family in various outdoor spaces. Enhance teamwork, motor skills, and coordination with endless hours of fun with our soccer goal.
FAQ About Physical Development Activities for Kids
Why are physical development activities important for kids?
Physical development activities are essential for building a child’s muscle strength, coordination, balance, and motor skills. These activities also support mental health by boosting confidence, reducing stress, and improving focus.
How often should children engage in physical development activities?
Children should engage in physical activity daily. It is recommended that toddlers and preschoolers get at least 60 minutes of structured play, while older children should aim for at least 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity each day.
What are some easy physical development activities for kids at home?
Simple activities like playing catch, doing yoga, or setting up an indoor obstacle course are great for physical development at home. These activities don’t require much space or equipment and can be both fun and physically beneficial.
How to Encourage Physical Development Activities for Kids
Step-by-Step Guide to Promoting Physical Development in Kids
1. Create a Fun and Safe Environment
Ensure your child has a safe space to move and play, whether indoors or outdoors. Childproof areas with soft surfaces and remove hazards to encourage active play without worry.
2. Incorporate Variety in Activities
Mix up activities to keep things interesting. Include a balance of gross motor skills activities, fine motor skill exercises, and sports to ensure your child’s physical development is well-rounded.
3. Encourage Social Play
Invite friends or family members to join in physical activities. Group play not only helps kids develop physical skills but also teaches cooperation, communication, and teamwork.
4. Set Goals and Celebrate Progress
Set achievable physical goals for your child, such as learning a new skill or mastering a new game. Celebrate milestones to boost confidence and encourage continued participation in physical development activities.
In conclusion, incorporating physical development activities for kids into your child’s routine is essential for their growth and overall health. These activities help build strength, coordination, and motor skills while also promoting mental well-being. At Educational Toys Planet, we believe in empowering parents to support their children’s physical and cognitive development, and we offer a range of toys and tools to help you in this journey. Let’s make learning and growing an active adventure!