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Bilateral coordination is the ability to use both sides of the body at the same time in a coordinated way. This action may be symmetrical where both sides of the body are doing the same action (eg. using a rolling pin or jumping) or where movements are alternating (eg. walking).  

As a child develops good bilateral coordination they can move one side of the body whilst stabilizing themselves or an object with the other side (eg. hopping or cutting).   

Crossing the midline is an important aspect of bilateral coordination.  This is the ability to move a part of the body (such as a hand or foot) into the space of the other half of the body.  For example, when a child sits cross-legged on the floor or draws a horizontal line across the page without having to change hands in the middle. 
 
Good bilateral coordination leads to an awareness of the two sides of the body, selection of one side as dominant and a sense of right and left discrimination.  Bilateral coordination is important for the development of many fine and gross motor skills.

Left Right Together: Bilateral Integration and Laterality Reference Sheet includes an explanation and over 50 activity suggestions related to bilateral coordination. 

You will find further explanations and lots of activity suggestions for the development of bilateral coordination below.  

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Gross Motor Skills Needed for Page Stabilization
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Crossing the Midline with Rainbow Drawing!
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Left. Right. Together. Bilateral Coordination and Laterality.
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TODDLER BUSY BOX OF QUIET ACTIVITIES!
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Spider's Web Preschool Craft. Encourage Pinch Poke Pull.
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Come fly with me
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Put one hand in, put the other hand in ... and thread it!
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"L" for left.
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Putting on shoes: Left and Right.
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Drawing Diamonds
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Make Spring Flowers
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Disclaimer: The information on this site is general in nature and should be used for educational  and entertainment purposes. The activities are safe for most children, however, you should consult an Occupational Therapist or health professional to address specific movement, sensory or other medical conditions.  This blog does not replace formal therapeutic professional advice given by a health professional or medical practitioner.  Reviews and endorsements of products will only be made based on my expertise and personal opinion; and deemed worthy of such endorsement. The opinions shared in sponsored content will always be my own and not that of the advertising company or brand. Content, advertising space or posts will be clearly identified if paid, affiliated or sponsored.  Affiliate links may  be found throughout this website in advertising. This means that if you follow through with a purchase from these links, Your Kids OT will receive a percentage of the sale. Your Kids OT undertakes to meet the requirements of the "Social Media Policy" as published by Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).  Further information about this policy can be found here.

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