When we think of sweeping the floor, we might not make the immediate connection to “cognitive development” in children. But that’s exactly what gross motor activities are for kids!
Activities like sweeping or dishwashing require whole body movements and crossing the midline of the body. Listen to Ms. Wood to discover how these movements help children grow.
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