Rainbow Itty Coated-Foam Balls

These lightweight, soft, coated-foam balls can be used in an endless variety of activities! Available in low-bounce (soft foam) and high-bounce (slightly heavier foam), our smallest foam balls are the perfect solution for teachers looking for versatile balls they can use again and again.

Small Size

The tiny size of these Itty Foam Balls makes them easier to grip by younger students with smaller hands. Older students can also enjoy increased difficulty in target or knockout style games. Additionally, these small foam balls are useful in the classroom where teachers can involve them in their curriculum and store them easily, even when space is a concern.

Choose from 2 sizes:

• 3.5" dia balls are similar to tennis balls in terms of performance
• 2.5" dia balls are even smaller for faster game play

Mere inches in diameter, these coated-foam balls are extremely lightweight and safe. Students will play with confidence and learn skills quickly due to increased participation.

Dependable Design

The balls' pick-proof, moisture-resistant coating is the same as our premium-coated foam balls, which keeps them performing well under routine use and rigorous play for many years to come. They are the perfect addition to an institutional setting. Finally, the Rainbow colors make them perfect for drill and class organization—create color-themed activities in an instant!

15 Fundamental Movement Skill Activities Using Rainbow Itty Coated-Foam Balls

The Rainbow Itty Coated-Foam Balls are 2.75" in diameter, lightweight, and covered with a soft, tacky coating that enhances grip and durability. Their small size makes them ideal for developing fine motor control and precision, while their foam construction ensures safety during catching, throwing, and striking activities. These colorful balls are perfect for individual, partner, or group skill-building games focused on manipulative movements and hand-eye coordination in all age groups.

Here are 15 creative physical education activity ideas using Rainbow Itty Coated-Foam Balls. Each activity focuses on developing key fundamental movement skills and can be easily adapted for students from elementary to high school in both small and large group settings.

1. Itty Bitty Target Toss: Students aim and toss the small ball into color-coded buckets or hoops placed at various distances. Reinforces underhand throwing and accuracy.

2. Pinch Pass Relay: Students pass the ball using only their thumb and pointer finger in a relay format. Builds fine motor skills and team coordination.

3. Wall Pop Catch: Students toss the ball against a wall and catch it on the rebound. Adds challenge by requiring claps, turns, or squats between tosses. Improves reaction time and catching.

4. Itty Bitty Balance Walk: Balance the ball on a paddle or flat hand while walking a taped line. Enhances focus and stability.

5. Color Match Mania: Students match their ball color to the same color cone or hoop across the gym using various locomotor movements. Reinforces color recognition and movement variety.

6. Itty Bitty Juggle Start: Introduce basic juggling using one, then two balls. Builds timing, coordination, and manipulation skills.

7. Toe Tap Roll: Students use their feet to gently tap and roll the ball across the gym to a partner. Develops foot control and balance.

8. Drop & Catch Drill: Hold the ball at shoulder height, drop it, and catch it after one bounce. Increase difficulty with height or reaction tasks. Encourages catching and timing.

9. Itty Bitty Beanbag Balance: Balance the ball on different body parts (hand, head, shoulder) and walk across the room. Develops balance and body awareness.

10. Paddle Tap Challenge: Tap the ball upward using a foam paddle and try to keep it in the air. Improves striking control and timing.

11. Itty Bitty Dodge & Drop: In a safe foam dodge-style game, students drop to the floor or dodge a soft rolling ball. Builds dodging, balance, and spatial awareness.

12. Hand Switch Toss: Toss the ball up with one hand and catch it with the other, gradually increasing height. Builds bilateral coordination and precision.

13. Itty Bitty Tic-Tac-Toe: Students toss their colored ball into a large floor grid made of floor tape. First to get three in a row wins. Combines aim and strategy.

14. Color Cone Tag: Students must tag cones that match their ball color by gently tapping them with the ball. Teaches color matching and control.

15. Rainbow Bowling Blitz: Students each get one colored ball and aim at color-matched pins. Score by matching colors. Encourages matching, throwing, and planning.