Ball 1 year old Activities

Sets of small play balls or baby sensory balls are easy to pick up, and here are some fun 1 year old activities using them. 

Transferring Balls 1 Year Old Activities

This is one of the most popular toddler play ideas. Simply collect various sturdy, medium-sized containers such as a bucket/pail, large plastic food containers, baskets (check for sharp parts), small storage boxes/bins, high-sided trays that food comes in, along with small play balls.

The Classic Ball Pool Game

For a DIY ball pool you could use a laundry basket (watch out for tipping), sturdy under-bed type boxes, or a small dry wading/paddling pool. I found that 1 year olds tend to throw the balls out when they’re in a ball pit, and I tend to throw them back in. It's very simple, yet it can engage a little one for a long time! 

Rolling Balls Down a Slide or DIY Slope 

If your toddler is lucky enough to have a slide at home, set a box of balls next to it or place the slide over the edge of a ball pool. 

Toy box lids and large books placed on cushions can create slopes for any balls or rolling toys you have.

Cardboard balanced on a box can also create a slope for the rolling game too.

I recommend looking in the direction the balls will roll in ahead of the game, to avoid annoying fetches from under furniture. 

Ball Balancing 1 Year Old Activity

You can collect cardboard inner tubes from toilet rolls or kitchen rolls. Stand the tubes upright and place a box or basket of play balls or baby sensory balls next to them. Encourage your 1 year old to balance the balls on top of each of the tubes. This helps to develop hand-eye coordination and motor skills.

PVC Pipe Ball Drop 1 Year Old Activity

This is my photo, but not my activity, so I'm sorry I can't help with the details. If you or a loved one is handy with PVC pipes and has tools, then you might be in luck. I would suggest mounting one plain PVC pipe vertically or at an angle to a wall because that would be enough for your 1 year old. Be mindful of where the balls will end up, especially if the ball pool or the basket/box underneath is moved. 

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