Children build gross motor coordination and care for their environment by pushing a child-sized mop across the floor.
Gross Motor
Concentration
Independence
Care of Environment
Materials
How to Present
- Invite the child to a clear section of floor and show them the mop.
- Demonstrate pushing the mop slowly back and forth in straight lines.
- Invite the child to try, guiding their hands if needed.
- Show the child how to return the mop to its storage spot when done.
Notes
Builds a sense of contribution to the classroom or home. Great for gross motor coordination and following a sequence.