Kids Need Play

Proprioceptive Ball Play

Dear Readers,

I have some children who are constantly seeking proprioceptive input. I pretty sure I have said this in a previous post but proprioceptive input is the input from joints, muscles and connective tissues that underlie body awareness. It can be obtained by lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy objects, including one’s own weight.

I have had this exercise ball for many years and haven’t brought it out until now. It has been hidden in a corner and I am regretting that I haven’t thought to bring it out before now.

The kids have loved playing with the ball and I don’t have to watch them too closely while they play with it. My oldest (the biggest seeker of the proprioceptive input) has especially loved exploring what she can do with the ball. It has been a great help.

Summer at searchforseven.com

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