Fun with Balls: Throw, Catch, Roll

Let's play with a ball!

Balls are so much fun. We can roll, throw, and catch them.

Find a soft, light ball. Ask a grown-up to play with you in a safe, open space.

Rolling

Rolling is the easiest. Sit on the floor with your legs open, like a big V.

• Hold the ball with both hands.
• Push it along the floor to your friend.
• They roll it back to you!

Roll, roll, roll. Can you roll it gently and straight?

Throwing

Now let's throw the ball underarm. This means your hand swings low.

1. Hold the ball in front of you.
2. Swing your arm down and back, then up.
3. Let go and the ball flies up and out!

Throw to a grown-up standing close by. Throw soft and easy. 🙌

Catching

Catching is fun but takes practice. That is okay!

• Stand close to your friend.
• Watch the ball the whole time.
• Make a cup with your hands.
• Hug the ball into your tummy when it lands.

Did it bounce away? Try again! Everyone drops the ball sometimes.

Fun ball games

• Roll the ball to knock down a soft tower of cups.
• Toss the ball into a big basket.
• Bounce the ball and try to catch it.

You're a ball star!

You can roll, throw, and catch now. Your hands and eyes are working as a team!

Next, try jumping moves in Jump, Hop and Balance: Fun Moves. When you get bigger, learn The Rules of Soccer for Beginners.