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Pool Noodle Javelin Throw
When working on visual motor skills, you can work on building accuracy with being able to hit a target. I used a pool noodle that I duct taped together into a circle. Then I hung it from a command hook over an archway.
We then used a pool noodle cut in half as a javelin. To increase the challenge, we made the circle swing from side to side, and then tried to get the javelin in through the hole.
To make it easier, you can use a ball to throw in the hole, and keep the circle stationary. I think it would be fun to do this activity while on a scooter board too.
Materials:
- Pool noodles
- String
- Hook
Skills:
- Visual motor
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Tonya is a pediatric Occupational Therapist, and loves creating things to work on skills and solve problems.
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What a great idea. This will go perfect for our Olypmic games here at home. Thanks for sharing.