Living room obstacle course: a play idea for 3 year olds
Following a course in order means remembering steps as well as moving. It takes about 15 minutes and uses cushions, a table to crawl under, tape.
Checked October 29, 2026.
How to play
Living room obstacle course3 year olds · about 15 minutes
You need: cushions, a table to crawl under, tape.
- Set up a course: cushions to jump over, a table to crawl under, a tape line to walk.
- Walk your child through it once.
- Let them go on their own while you count.
- Let a big brother or sister change the course.
Builds: moving and using hands and thinking and problem solving. Following a course in order means remembering steps as well as moving.
Safety: Keep it low on the floor, away from stairs and sharp furniture corners, and stay close.
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Sources
- American Academy of Pediatrics, HealthyChildren.org: Choking Prevention (updated 27 Feb 2026) (checked October 29, 2026)