Draw three concentric circles on the pavement: a large outer ring worth one point, a middle ring worth three, and a small inner circle worth five. Players take turns throwing stones from a set line. Smaller targets score more. As accuracy improves, the throwing line moves further back.
What you need
- chalk
- 3–5 small stones or rolled-up socks per player
How to do it
- 1Draw three concentric circles on flat pavement: 60cm, 30cm, and 15cm across, all sharing the same centre.
- 2Mark a throwing line 3 metres away. Outer ring 1 point, middle 3, inner 5.
- 3Three stones per player per round. Tally scores across five rounds.
- 4Move the line back 50cm whenever someone hits two inner circles in one round.
Variations
- If they don't want to participate: "I'll throw once. You just watch." Model the action solo first.
- Wind down with a final round or a cooling-off activity. End before frustration sets in.
💡 Parent tip
Under-8s nearly always aim too hard and overshoot. Encourage them to drop the stone gently rather than throw it. A lob beats a hard throw on this target shape every time — and they'll discover that themselves within 10 attempts.
What your child develops
- Aim and fine motor precision — adjusting force and angle across repeated attempts
- Mathematical thinking — tracking score across rounds requires running totals
- Self-regulation — resetting position when scores become too easy applies to real performance contexts
Safety notes
- Ensure the throwing zone is clear of bystanders. Stones should be small and smooth — nothing with sharp edges.
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