Gross Motor - Locomotion

Large-body movements for getting from place to place.

Examples & Achievements

  • Runs smoothly, changing speed and direction
  • Hops on one foot for at least 5 meters
  • Skips with alternating feet
  • Climbs playground equipment confidently
  • Jumps over a low obstacle with both feet
  • Walks up and down stairs alternating feet without holding rail

How to Measure

  • Can hop on one foot 10+ times without losing balance
  • Can skip with alternating feet for 5+ meters
  • Can run and stop on signal without falling
  • PDMS-2 Locomotion subtest
Sources (4)
  • CDC/AAP Milestones
  • ASQ-3
  • PDMS-2
  • BOT-2

10 Exercises

Red Light, Green Light Puddle Jumpers Giddy-Up Gallop Treasure Island Obstacle Course One-Foot Flamingo Hop Jungle Animal Safari Skip to My Lou The Castle Climb Sideways Crab Slide Giant Steps Stairway