Coated Foam Ball 20cm

This coated foam ball is made from high grade tear-resistant foam, designed to be both durable and soft, making it ideal for indoor and outdoor play. The special coated outer skin enhances the ball's resilience, ensuring it withstands repeated use while remaining gentle enough for young hands. Soft, squeezable and elastic, the ball's ultra-soft design reduces the risk of damage to windows and property, making it well-suited for early learning centres, classrooms, and playgrounds. The ball measures 20cm in diameter, offering a versatile size for a wide range of activities, from catching and throwing games to team sports. Supplied in vibrant, randomly selected colours, this ball is visually engaging and highly visible, encouraging children to participate in physical activity. Its dense foam construction provides a gentle bounce, making it perfect for early skill development.

This foam ball is an open-ended resource that can be used across multiple learning areas, including sport, maths and cooperative play. Its soft design is particularly beneficial for younger children developing confidence in their catching and throwing skills, and for special needs programs requiring safe, accessible sporting equipment. As part of a wider range of foam balls offered in low, medium and high bounce options, this versatile ball allows educators to select the most suitable type for different activities and learning objectives.

Educational Benefits

• Develops hand-eye coordination and gross motor skills through catching, throwing and bouncing activities.
• Encourages teamwork, turn-taking and cooperative play during group games and sports.
• Supports colour recognition and counting activities through imaginative play.
• Builds confidence in movement and coordination in a safe and supportive way.

Classroom Ideas

• Use the foam ball for partner catch games to develop reaction time and spatial awareness.
• Incorporate into colour-themed activities, matching the ball to coloured cones or targets.
• Create simple obstacle courses where children must roll, bounce or throw the ball between stations.
• Use the ball in circle time games, passing it between classmates while naming colours, numbers or letters.

Safety & Information

• Age Suitability - Ages 3+ years
• Measurements - 20cm diameter
• Colours - Supplied in vibrant, randomly selected colours
• Care Instructions - Wipe clean with a damp cloth
• Supervision - Adult supervision recommended during active play