Gross Motor Skills
Why This Stage Matters
Gross motor skills are the foundation for movement, balance, and coordination. Strong core and large muscle groups support play, endurance, and even attention in school.
Key Developmental Milestones
EXPERT INSIGHT
“Gross motor play is a stepping stone to establish physical strength, coordination skills, proprioceptive awareness (body awareness) as well higher level skills including executive functioning, social skills and emotional regulation.”
PAULINE, OT
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Gross Motor Skills
Why This Skill Matters
Gross motor skills are the foundation for movement, balance, and coordination. Strong core and large muscle groups support play, endurance, and even attention in school.
Milestones
- 1 yr: Pulls to stand, walks with support
- 2 yrs: Walks independently, climbs, kicks ball
- 3 yrs: Jumps with both feet, pedals tricycle
- 4 yrs: Hops on one foot, catches a ball
- 5 yrs: Skips, gallops, balances on one foot
- 6–8 yrs: Masters bike riding, sports skills, endurance
EXPERT INSIGHT
“Gross motor play is a stepping stone to establish physical strength, coordination skills, proprioceptive awareness (body awareness) as well higher level skills including executive functioning, social skills and emotional regulation.”
PAULINE, OT
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