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Tightrope Walker

🤸 Big Moves⏱ Quick Play · 5 min⏱ Discovery Play · 15 minAges 3–4, 4–6, 6–8

You need

  • masking or paper tape

Steps

  1. 1. Stick a long straight line of tape on the floor.
  2. 2. Walk along the line. Arms out like a tightrope walker.
  3. 3. Now walk heel to toe, very slowly.
  4. 4. Try it with a teddy on your head.

⚠ Safety · Stay nearby

Use paper or masking tape so it peels off the floor.

Stop if:

  • Your child gets dizzy

Easier

Walk beside the line, then step on it.

Harder

Make the line zig-zag, or walk it backwards.

Only 5 minutes?

Three walks along the line.

Why it matters: Slow, careful walking builds balance and focus.

Clean-up: Peel up the tape together and roll it into a ball.

This activity is a draft. It will be reviewed by a child-development professional before launch. Use your own judgement about what is safe for your child.

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