Gross/Fine Motor Resources
Gross Motor Skill Helps:
Many times, children on the autism spectrum have delayed areas of development. Our children had some challenges with gross motor skills, and it became evident when trying to teach them to run, skip, and ride a bike. Motor planning is a valuable skill for all children to learn. Below are a few resources that have helped our children gain the confidence to "try" and the gross motor skills they need.
Balance Bike
Balance bikes are a great way for your child to gain the confidence they need to learn to balance and ride a bike. They are able to use their legs to support their weight as their bodies and brains learn what it takes to maintain balance.
Scooters
Scooters are great ways to teach both balance and using the legs to propel your child along. This does take practice, but we love this brand because it allows younger children to utilize a seat until they are able to stand and scoot. It also helps your child turn by just leaning their body instead of turning the steering bar. Less skills to master all at once! Win! Win!
Trampolines
Trampolines are great way to help your child learn to jump, skip and run in a safe environment. Not only does it give your child great vestibular input, but learning valuable gross motor skills on the trampoline is a fun for the whole family!