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I think gross motor activities have always been one of my favorites to do. We are always doing some movement or wiggle gross motor activity. We have repeated a lot of activities over the years just because we loved them. But we have a mix of different activities that we can do.<\/p>\n

It has been fun to put all those gros motor movements into posts for people to read and use. And I hope have tons of fun with as well.<\/p>\n

I love gross motor because it works the body and helps the mind. And it is great to have when you need to get the wiggles out.<\/p>\n

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What is Gross Motor?<\/h2>\n

Gross motor skills are the movements we make with large muscles, such as those in our legs, arms, and torso. The term “gross” in this context means “large,” and “motor” refers to movement. <\/p>\n

I have always said that gross motor should be fun. And I love making creative ways to have fun with the movements. Gross motor activities can be a lot of fun.<\/p>\n

Gross motor can be said in many different ways. It is a great fitness exercise for kids. And calling it gross motor does not make it any less exercise. The teachers might call it PE or physical education.<\/p>\n

Some advice about gross motor to keep in mind.<\/p>\n

– Safety first!
\n– Always make sure you have space to do the activity.
\n– Review the movements before you do any of them.
\n-Try and make it about having fun.<\/p>\n

Things we have used with these Gross Motor Activities & Printables<\/h2>\n