Large motor skills are a great thing to practice with preschool age children. It helps them gain confidence, coordination, and is just plain fun. We love to play our Move Like A Bug Game during our bug unit at preschool. Kids have the best time jumping and rolling just like different bugs. You can find your own copy in our shop, right here, and keep reading to learn more about the benefits of large motor skills games for preschoolers.

Large motor games—activities that involve big body movements like running, jumping, climbing, and balancing—are more than just a fun way for preschoolers to burn off energy. These games play an essential role in their physical, cognitive, and social development. Here’s a look at some key benefits of large motor games for young children.

1. Physical Development

Large motor games help children develop strength, coordination, and balance. These activities also improve body awareness, helping children understand how their bodies move and respond to different actions.

2. Cognitive Growth

Motor games aren’t just physical—they engage the mind too. Games that involve following directions, remembering patterns, or reacting to cues (like "red light, green light") enhance memory, focus, and decision-making skills.

3. Boosting Confidence

When children master physical challenges they gain a sense of accomplishment. This success builds self-confidence and encourages them to take on new challenges in other areas of life.

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