Fun game idea for toddlers - Musical Freeze Tag :)

Just got this in one of those weekly baby newsletters, it sounds fun I think we'll give it a try tomorrow!!! I feel like we've been in a rut for a while so I wanted to share this play idea in case anyone's in the same boat!!

Musical Freeze Tag
Dance…freeze…dance…freeze…giggle…learn…do it again!

Here's what to do: This game will entrance your toddler on a couple of levels — it's musical and it's delightfully tricky. Plus, it's a great opportunity to involve an older sibling in the fun. First, load up your CD player with some upbeat tunes — it doesn't matter what you play as long as it's got a good beat. Then enlist big brother or sister (or Dad) as DJ for the day, and let the dancing begin! When the music's on, hold your child in your arms and move to the beat; exaggerate your movements by swaying, dipping, and twirling. Then signal your helper to turn off the music and freeze, holding your toddler as still as you can. When the music resumes, pick up where you left off.

Your child might be a little confused at first but once he catches on to the pattern, he'll want to get down on his own and wait for his chance to freeze just like you do. And when he gets a little older, he might enjoy a turn at working the DJ booth while you and his brother or sister dance and freeze on command.

Here's why it's good for toddlers: Freeze dancing promotes balance and gross motor skills in addition to listening and social skills as your child learns to read your cues and join in the action. Plus, toddlers love surprises!

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Thanks for posting this. We do it in Music Together and DD loves it. I was just trying to think of things to do, that won't require toys if it is raining when we are on vacation next week. This will be perfect.

Re: Fun game idea for toddlers - Musical Freeze Tag :)

Thanks for posting.

Re: Fun game idea for toddlers - Musical Freeze Tag :)

Re: Fun game idea for toddlers - Musical Freeze Tag :)

Andrews loves Freeze Dance. We play it along with the Fresh Beats all the time!! (we taped the episode) And we just played this at one of his little friends Birthday Parties. We also played duck duck goose and hot potato.