Gross motor skills are the abilities needed to control the large muscles of the body for walking, running, sitting, crawling, and other activities. The benefits of developing gross motor skills and incorporating physical activity into our preschooler’s days include: Long-lasting good health that comes from regular physical activity, increased confidence and improved self-esteem that comes from being able to successfully take part in games with other children, release of stress and frustration through physical activity and improved school skills.
2-6 months
6-9 months
9-15 months
15-18 months
2-3 years
4-5 years
5-6 years
Infants
Toddlers
2-3 years
4-5 years
5-6 years
Sources: Denver Developmental Activities, Communications Works Developmental Milestones