Indoor Hopscotch

What You Need:

• Large cardboard box
• Sidewalk chalk, markers, or dark crayons
• Scissors
• Beanbag

What You Do:

1. Flatten the boxes. An adult may want to cut or trim the boxes to an appropriate size or shape to fit the indoor space being used.
2. Have your child draw the hopscotch board using the chalk, markers, or crayons. Concentrate on the lines and shapes (squares). Ask them to name the shapes they make. If you are using sidewalk chalk take extra caution when it comes to dust and mess. Also remember that the chalk may wipe off onto clothing or skin. If this is a concern try using large crayons instead.
3. Ask your child to help draw numbers in the squares. If they are not ready to write numbers alone, try lightly drawing the numbers first and then encourage your child to trace over them.
4. You are now ready to play! Your child can throw the beanbag (starting at the number one) and hop their way through counting as they go along.

Try variations of this activity for an added treat. Instead of numbers, ask your child to write letters (starting at ‘A’) for an alphabet themed hopscotch board. Other options may include animals, vehicles, or colors.