
Arts & Crafts
Chalk Obstacle Path
Draw a sidewalk course with hops, spins and zigzags, then run it.
Ages 6 to 8
30 minutes
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Get ready
None.
What you’ll need
Sidewalk chalk.
Let’s play
1. Draw a path with zigzags, hop circles and spin spots.
2. Label each station with a picture or word.
3. Run the course together.
4. Let your kid design round two.
Your part in the adventure
Run it too, and let them time you.
What they’re discovering
They’re planning a route, reading labels and moving with control.
Before you begin
Use a driveway or sidewalk away from traffic.
Keep the idea going
Add a balance line to walk heel to toe.
Every child is different. Adjust activities for their age and abilities, and stay close by. These are play ideas, not medical or developmental advice.