- Hand-eye coordination
- Gross motor skills
- Muscle strength and endurance
- Rhythm and timing
- Following directions (singing and tossing on cue)
For continued development, try incorporating different types of objects to toss such as bean bags, balls, or even balloons. You can also create a target for the child to aim for, such as a hula hoop or a bucket. Encourage the child to try different throwing techniques, such as overhand or underhand, and to experiment with different distances and angles.