Draw on My Back
What you need
- a cushion to lie on
How to do it
- Let them lie on their tummy on a cushion or the sofa.
- Use one finger to draw a big, slow circle on their back.
- Ask 'what did I draw?' Try a line, a zigzag and a square too.
- Swap: they draw on your back and you guess.
Why it matters
Feeling a shape instead of seeing it makes them pay attention to their own body in a calm, close way.
What they're learning
- Shape names
- Circle, line and zigzag, felt rather than seen.
- Body awareness
- Noticing exactly where a touch is on their back.
- Calm closeness
- A slow, gentle game that settles them as it goes.
What to look for
Notice them trying to draw the same shape back on you.
A tip
Go slow and big. Fast, small shapes feel like tickling and the game turns into giggles, which is fine too.
Make it easier or harder
Easier: draw the shape on their palm while they watch, then on their back
Harder: draw a simple picture like a sun or a smiley face
