12/08/2025
Throwing is a tricky skill to learn - it actually takes until around 7๏ธโฃ years old to fully develop a mature throwing pattern!! ๐ฎ
Typically, kiddos go through different stages as they learn this skill! ๐ช As kiddos develop, practice and get stronger, they will get better and better at throwing!! โพ
๐ Age 2-3: Uses only arms in a flinging motion to throw, no involvement of rest of the body
๐ Age 4-5: Kiddos wind up to throw with some body rotation, but do not use their legs to step into it yet
๐ Age 5-6: Increasing trunk movement and stepping into the throw with their opposite foot
๐ Age 7+: A fully mature throw that involves stepping in with opposite foot, trunk rotation and winding up of the arm
POP QUIZ Question ๐ง : What can you identify relating to the different stages about this kiddo throwing their red ball?
At KPG ๐, we incorporate throwing into fun games ๐คน to keep kiddos engaged and having a blast! We have balls and bean bags of all shapes and sizes, and challenge the kiddos by asking them to throw from different positions (such as sitting, laying down, or even while balancing!)
