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After reading, children jump right into the Snowball Rescue Gross Motor Sensory Activity: scatter indoor snowballs across the “lava floor,” set out stepping stones as safe paths, and place a basket in a “safe zone.” Little rescuers hop stone-to-stone to collect snowballs and carry them to safety. For an extra fine-motor challenge, kids can use tongs to pinch, pick up, and transfer each snowball into the basket—building coordination, balance, and hand strength while they play. This low-prep activity supports gross motor skills, crossing midline, problem-solving, and imaginative winter storytelling.
Materials to pair with the activity (optional):
Indoor snowballs: https://amzn.to/44HFvPO
Stepping stones: https://amzn.to/3Mlwg1y
Tongs: https://amzn.to/48CR1NA
Basket: https://amzn.to/3Mog1AP
Perfect for: toddlers & preschoolers, winter themes, movement-based literacy, sensory bins, play kits, homeschool, or classroom centers.
