@ontheballpediatrics: Hopscotch might look like simple play… but your child’s body and brain are working HARD 👟 Here’s what each jump is really supporting, and why it matters: • Balance – helps your child stay upright and steady during everyday activities like walking, running, and climbing • Coordination – teaches both sides of the body to work together smoothly for sports, playground play, and self-care tasks • Motor planning – builds your child’s ability to plan, sequence, and execute movements (aka knowing what to do next) • Visual tracking & integration – supports eye–body coordination so your child can move accurately through space, read, write, and follow directions • Focus & attention – encourages staying engaged, following rules, and completing a task from start to finish • Confidence – every successful jump builds self-belief and resilience (“I did it, I can try again!”) • Heart health – gets the heart pumping and supports endurance, strength, and overall physical health This is the power of pediatric OT & PT, using playful, meaningful movement to support skills your child needs for school, play, and daily life. If you’re curious how therapy could support your child’s developmental journey, book an assessment with our team. We’d love to meet you and your little hopper 💛 613-831-2377 (Kanata) | 613-898-8595 (Orleans) [email protected] | [email protected] #hopscotch #grossmotorskills #pediatrictherapy #physiotherapy #occupationaltherapy

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