A dance routine is a fun way to help children build their coordination, balance and body identification skills. Using props like ribbons and bean bags adds an extra element of challenge. They also help kids focus on moving their bodies to the music. This article shares a song, a bean bag dance game and additional ideas that can be used with young children to help them develop these important skills!
The first activity is a simple circle time song with a built in bean bag dance. Just pass the bean bag around the circle with your little ones as the song plays! This is a great song for preschool age children and can be played with groups or just a few kids at home.
Passing the beanbag is a great gross motor skill for children to practice, especially with their hands. It can be made even more challenging by adding in other types of games. For example, have your kids take turns tossing a bean bag onto a set of pins or other targets such as cones or empty plastic bottles. You can even keep score to make it a bit more competitive.
Another fun way to use a bean bag is to have your students bounce the bag on their foot (similar to hacky sack) without it hitting the floor. This can be done individually or in pairs and helps to develop balance, coordination and foot-eye coordination. It can also be used as an endurance challenge and the goal can be to see who can bounce it the longest or for the most amount of times.
Intex 68579EP Beanless Bag Inflatable Lounge Chair: Corduroy Textured Flocking – Durable Vinyl – Folds Compactly – 220lb Weight Capacity – 45" x 45" x 28"
$27.96 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Himal Collapsible Portable Corn Hole Boards with 8 Cornhole Bean Bags (3 x 2-feet)
$36.99 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Play Platoon Premium Weather Resistant Duckcloth Cornhole Bags - Set of 8 Bean Bags for Corn Hole Game - Regulation Size & Weight
$24.99 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
GoSports Official Regulation Cornhole Bean Bags Set of 8 – for Fun Casual Cornhole Games - All Weather
$14.40 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Bean Bag Chair 3Ft Luxurious Faux Rabbit Fur Memory Foam Bean Bag Chairs for Adults/Teens with Filling,Ultra Soft Faux Fur Fabric, Round Fluffy Sofa for Living Room Bedroom College Dorm (Grey)
$49.99 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
GoSports Official Regulation Cornhole Bean Bags Set of 8 – for Competitive Cornhole Games - All Weather - American Stars and Stripes or Red and Blue
$21.99 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Big Joe Classic Bean Bag Chair, Sapphire Smartmax, Durable Polyester Nylon Blend, 2 feet Round
$33.57 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Hobestluk 3 in 1 Bean Bag Chair Giant Bean Bag Chairs Convertible Bean Bag Floor Cushion with Machine Washable Cover, Beanbag Chairs for Adult (Grey)
$139.99 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Inflatable Gaming Chair for Kids & Teens with Cup Holders and Side Pocket - This Air Gaming Bean Bag Chairs for Kids is The Perfect Furniture for Gamer Room Decor - Perfect Gaming Stuff for Boys 4-12
$39.99 (as of April 3, 2025 17:55 GMT +00:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)