Bean Bag Catching Song – Free Printable
Here is a fun and simple way to help children practice hand-eye coordination, self-regulation, and listening skills. The Bean Bag Catching Song is the perfect activity! This playful brain break teaches children how to toss and catch a bean bag while following rhythmic, calming instructions. You can watch the full video and download the free printable at the bottom of this post to pre-teach the movements and follow along with the lyrics.
Lyrics to the Beanbag Catching Song
Are you ready to practice throwing and catching your beanbag?
Hold your beanbag.
Look at your hands.
Toss, catch. Toss, catch. Toss, catch.
Freeze.
Hold it still.
Toss the bean bag. Not too high.
Catch it gently.
Toss, catch. Toss, catch.
Toss it a little higher.
Catch it again.
Toss, catch. Toss, catch.
Toss it even higher.
Ready?
Catch it if you can.
Toss, catch. Toss, catch.
Freeze.
Take a deep breath.
Let’s keep going.
Toss, catch. Toss, catch.
Toss, catch. Freeze.
Take another deep breath.
Now hold your bean bag.
Give yourself a quiet hug.
You practiced tossing and catching.
You stayed calm and focused.
You did your best.
You are ready for what’s next.
Benefits of Using the Bean Bag Catching Song
This song is not just fun—it’s functional too! Here are a few of the skills children work on while participating:
- Hand-eye coordination
- Motor planning
- Body awareness
- Impulse control
- Listening and following directions
- Self-regulation through movement and breathing
- Literacy skills if reading along with on-screen lyrics
Plus, it’s adaptable! If you don’t have bean bags, you can use:
- 🎈 Balloons
- 🧣 Scarves
- 🧦 Rolled-up socks
Teaching Catching, Throwing and Kicking Skills
When to Use the Bean Bag Catching and Tossing Song
Repeat the song regularly to help build confidence and skill! This song works well in many settings:
- As a brain break during classroom learning
- At the beginning of therapy sessions to warm up the body and brain
- During circle time for preschoolers learning to follow directions
- As a calming transition between activities
- As part of an OT or PT home program
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Download Your Free Printable Bean Bag Catching Song Here
Ready to get started? It’s a great way to help children move with purpose, regulate their energy, and enjoy learning through play! You can download the free printable with the
- Full song lyrics
- Visuals to help pre-teach each step
