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Balloon Keep Up

Age2–6 years
Time5–15 min
MessLow-mess
EnergySome energy
SettingIndoor
Balloon Keep Up

You'll need

  • Balloon (inflated)

Steps

  1. 1Blow up a balloon
  2. 2Tap it up in the air
  3. 3Try to keep it from touching floor
  4. 4Count how many taps you get

Why this works

Slow-moving balloon allows success while building tracking skills and energy release.

Try also

  • Use different body parts only
  • Add multiple balloons
  • Try with a paper plate paddle

Popped balloons are a choking hazard, so discard the pieces immediately.

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