Saddle up a broomstick pony for fitness fun.

Description:

Whether it is the exhilaration a toddler feels when beating on a bevy of kitchen pots, or the way a familiar tune can soothe a crying infant, music is a powerful influence in every child's life.

In addition to the joy it brings, music is also important to a child's development. Music strengthens the ability to concentrate, increases coordination through movement, and encourages language development through exposure to new words and patterns.

Step-by-Step:
Saddle up some wooden pony sticks or brooms and round up your favorite cowboys and cowgirls for some fitness fun! Put the "William Tell Overture" on the CD player and gallop around and around yelling "Yee-ha!" You might even want to herd some stuffed animals while you're at it!

Materials:
Wooden ponies
Broom sticks
An empty wrapping paper roll with a sock on the top