Ready, Aim, Toss!

Tossing means throwing something gently and carefully. We learn to toss so we can play fun games like beanbag toss, ring toss, and catch with our friends safely!Good tossing helps us aim and get the object right where we want it to go.

Imagine a hula hoop is on the floor a few steps away. Let's toss a beanbag into it!Stand with your feet a little bit apart and face the hoop.Hold the beanbag in the hand you like to write with.Point your other arm at the hoop to help you aim.Swing your tossing arm back gently.Step forward with the foot on the opposite side of your tossing hand.Swing your arm forward and let the beanbag go!Did it land inside? Great job!

Playing catch is awesome! Let's learn to toss a soft ball to a friend so they can catch it easily.Make sure your friend is looking and ready to catch. You can say, "Ready?"Hold the soft ball in your hand with your palm facing up, like you're holding a bowl of soup.Swing your arm straight back, then straight forward, like a pendulum on a clock.As you swing forward, step with your opposite foot.Let the ball roll off your fingertips, sending it in a little arc to your friend.This is called an underhand toss. It's gentle and safe!