Skip to the content

Chalk hopscotch: a play idea for 3 year olds

Jumping and saying numbers in order joins counting and balance. It takes about 15 minutes and uses sidewalk chalk.

Checked October 29, 2026.

How to play

Chalk hopscotch3 year olds · about 15 minutes

You need: sidewalk chalk.

  1. Draw a row of squares on the sidewalk and number them 1 to 6.
  2. Show your child how to jump from square to square.
  3. Say the number as you land on each one.
  4. Try hopping on one foot for one square.

Builds: moving and using hands and thinking and problem solving. Jumping and saying numbers in order joins counting and balance.

Safety: Hold hands near roads and driveways, and play where there are no cars. Keep chalk out of mouths.

parent.peabody.kids/play/chalk-hopscotch · Free, no ads

Sources