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Marshmallow Fork Challenge

Children develop tool manipulation skills by using plastic forks to pick up marshmallows, using one hand to hold the fork and the other to guide, building bilateral coordination and precision

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About This Activity

Children develop tool manipulation skills by using plastic forks to pick up marshmallows, using one hand to hold the fork and the other to guide, building bilateral coordination and precision

Quick Info

low
20
20m x 5m minimum pathway per pair

Equipment Required

Mini marshmallows

100 mini marshmallows

Child-safe plastic forks

15 forks (one per pair)

Small bowls/containers

15 bowls (one per pair)

Hoops

1-2 large hoops

Marshmallows

As needed

Bowls

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 1
Year 2
Reception

Suitable Sports

Fine Motor Skills

Activity Tags

Space

Indoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Individual Practice

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Skills

Catching
Body Control
Coordination

Weather

All Weather

Intensity

Low Intensity