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Climbing Stairs
Climbing Stairs
Skills Addressed: Balance, shifting weight, motor planning, body awareness, strength
Progression of Stair Climbing:
Child will start holding onto the rail and placing both feet on each step as they walk up and down the steps
Child will hold the rail and use a reciprocal stepping pattern, one foot on each step
Child will be able to walk up/down steps without a handrail using a reciprocal stepping pattern
Child will be able to walk up/down stairs without rail, using a reciprocal stepping pattern, will be able to carry a backpack or object and do so with improved speed, safety, and control and not have to look at his/her feet when stepping