Social skills

At the age of 2 years your child will begin to learn important skills as he/she begins to socialise, interact and co-operate with other children.

In ActionBall the term Social skills is based on the following criteria:

Co-operation in play
Sharing with friends
Waiting and Taking turns
Abiding by the rules of a game
Negotiation
Winning and Losing

(These are skills some adults could well do with !) At about 5 years your child enters a very interesting stage of social play as his/her unique character becomes apparent. He/she may be a leader or a follower. Sportsmanship start playing a role as these are the grounding foundation stage.

Hi Michelle

I've been monitoring Ethan's progress with regards to his movement sense. I've noticed over the past few weeks that he has been doing really well on the trampoline and swing. On the swing, he could never go too high as the backward motion would send him into a tizz. Now, he can go really high and loves it. Also, he does somersaults and hand stands on the trampoline. This really impressed me as he couldn't do this before, he could only tolerate linear movements. Lastly, we attended a party at Duck 'n Deck this weekend. Ethan enjoyed, and loved, two pony rides! He could never do this! I was absolutely amazed. I'm not sure exactly what you have been doing with him but I can see so many improvements and he "blames" you for it.

So, from Stuart and myself, a BIG thank you, my dear. I can't put my appreciation into words. Ethan and his sister, like all kids to moms I'm sure, are my life. The value you add to my boy is priceless and I cannot thank you enough.

Well done!

You are such an asset!

Due to this, I'm going to try my best to ensure I can afford to keep Ethan in your group for next year.

Thanx again Michelle.
Warm Regards Cindy

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