Date 15 December 2024

Gross motor skills involve the large muscles of the body, helping children perform activities like walking, running, jumping, and climbing. These skills are essential for physical coordination, strength, balance, and overall body control.

From infancy, gross motor development progresses naturally as children grow. Rolling over, crawling, and standing are early milestones. As toddlers, they learn to walk, climb stairs, and kick a ball. By preschool age, children refine these abilities, mastering tasks like hopping, skipping, and balancing on one foot.

Encouraging gross motor skill development is key to promoting physical and cognitive growth. Activities such as playing catch, dancing, or navigating obstacle courses provide opportunities for practice and fun. Outdoor play, in particular, helps children strengthen their muscles while exploring their environment.