Introduce children to beginner racket play with this colourful Kids’ Plastic Racket Set with Foam Ball.
The set includes two lightweight plastic rackets and one soft foam ball, allowing two children to practise hitting, passing and returning the ball together. The foam ball is easier for beginners to track and control than a standard tennis ball, making the set suitable for early racket skills and active play.
Use it for preschool movement sessions, outdoor games, garden play, sports activities or supervised indoor play where enough space is available.
What Is Included?
2 × Plastic rackets
1 × Foam ball
Developmental Benefits
Racket-and-ball play may help children develop:
- Hand-eye coordination
- Visual tracking
- Timing and reaction skills
- Gross motor control
- Bilateral coordination
- Grip strength and control
- Spatial awareness
- Concentration
- Turn-taking
- Cooperative play
- Confidence with basic ball skills
Ways to Play
Tap the Ball Upwards
Encourage the child to tap the foam ball into the air and count how many times they can keep it moving.
Pass to a Partner
Two children can gently hit the ball backwards and forwards over a short distance.
One-Bounce Return
Allow the ball to bounce once before the child returns it with the racket.
Hit Towards a Target
Place a hoop, bucket, cone or marked area on the ground and encourage children to aim the ball towards it.
Balance the Ball
Place the foam ball on the racket and walk slowly without letting it fall.
Racket Relay
Children carry or balance the ball on the racket while moving between two markers.
Ideal For
- Preschools and nursery schools
- Crèches and daycare centres
- Home and garden play
- Sports and movement lessons
- Holiday programmes
- Gross motor activity stations
- Beginner racket practice
- Outdoor group activities
Important
Use the set in a clear play area away from windows, vehicles and breakable objects. Adult supervision is recommended.
