Playworks sells toys that invite play and enhance early childhood development [fun for all ages]

Yackle Ball Jr.

item# out-595   regular $20.00
July Special $18.00 each (10% off), or buy a 3 pack for $48.00.

The "X" shape of Yackle Ball Jr. makes it easy to throw and catch, and it's softness makes it safe. Yackle Ball Jr. improves hand/eye coordination and builds motor skills. Made in the USA of water, mildew, and abrasion resistant vinyl, Yackle Ball Jr. is durable and easily cleaned. Available in assorted colors. Children as young as 2 years old can begin learning the skills they need to catch and throw.

Yackle Ball Jr. starts your child off right. Starting at age two when a child is first wanting to catch and throw, Yackle Ball Jr. provides fun, safe play.

SOFTNESS - Because the ball is soft, Yackle Ball Jr. is safe and alleviates the fear of getting hurt. Children are not born with fear; they learn it. Yackle Ball Jr. allows a child to learn to catch without getting hurt. It is also a wonderful tool for tactile stimulation.

CONFIDENCE - It is shaped like an X so that the ball hugs the child back when she learns to catch. Where round balls fall through a beginner's hug catch, Yackle Balls' "arms" make it easy to catch. Those same qualities make it user-friendly for children with developmental delays or physical disabilities. Think about it, most children wrap their arms out, and a traditional ball falls through, the child fails to catch it and her confidence falters. Yackle Ball Jr. hugs them back and they learn how to catch!

Ok, now for the most important benefit

FUN - If a ball isn't fun, the kids will drop it like a hot potato and move on to something else! Children want to have fun but they need an activity that is challenging enough to keep their interest yet easy enough that they don't get frustrated! Yackle Ball Jr. has games that are educational, stimulating and energetic! The children LOVE it! The parents and teachers LOVE it! And we are sure that you will LOVE it too!

Many children with special needs or motor skill difficulties use the ball as a therapy tool to strengthen hand/eye coordination skills, gain the ability to play outdoor activities in a safe and healthy way not otherwise easily achieved and, best of all, feel proud of themselves!

Yackle Ball Jr. is recommended for children from 2 years old to 6 years old and those with special needs. It rates 4 out of 5 stars in the Physical, Sensory, Communicative and Cognitive Catagories of "able play disability rating system". I must add that this is a great choice for the senior who wants to play with the grandchildren.