Stomping Patterns

Toddler Pre-Schooler On the Go

Stomp on the ground three times and invite your child to do the same. Now change the pattern and stomp more quickly or add another stomp. Have them suggest a stomping pattern. You can pretend to be dinosaurs or elephants!

See what your child is learning

While playing this game, your child is focusing and listening to remember the pattern. They’re also practicing self-control to copy you. They need to think creatively to come up with their own patterns, as well as an fun story!


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