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High Water

Time

• 15 to 30 minutes

Materials

• Piece of rope at least 6 feet long

Directions

1. This activity strengthens the muscles and focuses attention. Tie one end of the rope to a tree or chair and hold the free side about 2 feet off the ground.
2. Challenge your child to go under the rope by crawling or scooting on the tummy.
3. Lower the rope a few inches each turn and repeat as many times as possible.

Extensions

• Keep track of ways to go under the rope and talk about which ones work best.