Hape Finger Soccer | Skill Development | Large Muscle Training | (Ages 3 and up)
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Product Overview
This educational toy is suitable for children aged 3 and above. Through finger control, it allows for interactive gameplay of shooting and goalkeeping with soccer shoes, helping children enhance their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and strategic thinking in a fun competitive environment. The game can be played in a two-player mode or as a solo practice with both hands, incorporating a dice scoring system to improve focus and competitive spirit, making it an ideal choice for children's toys and kindergarten teaching aids.
Product Selling Points
- Multi-functional game: Can be played by two people or by one person to practice using both hands; the gameplay is flexible and varied.
- Portable design: The metal storage box doubles as a goal, making it easy to carry and suitable for travel and indoor games on rainy days.
- Hand-eye coordination training: By controlling the shooting angle and power with the fingers, it effectively improves fine motor skills.
- Complete set includes two pairs of finger soccer cleats, two scoring dice, a metal goal, and a soccer ball.
- Safety Certification: Meets international safety standards and is suitable for children aged 3 and above.
Specifications Summary
- Dimensions: 8.5 × 13.2 × 2.7 cm
- Net weight: Approximately 0.09 kg
- Gross weight: Approximately 0.09 kg
- Materials: Plastic finger soccer shoes, metal goalposts, rubber soccer ball
- Battery: No battery required
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Product Details
Features and gameplay
Core gameplay
- This finger soccer game can be played between two players, or by a player using their left and right hands alternately against themselves.
- First, put on mini soccer shoes, then roll the dice to determine who is the attacker and who is the defender (the player who rolls the highest number goes first to shoot).
- Each round lasts for 3 minutes. A score is made when the ball goes into the metal goal, and both sides record their scores with dice. In the second half, teams switch sides and continue the game. The side with the higher score at the end wins.
Parent-child activities
- Parents can play friendly matches with their children, demonstrating shooting techniques and goalkeeping strategies during the game, and encouraging children to adjust the pressure and angle of their fingers.
- The "Family League" was established to record the results of each competition, enhance parent-child interaction and a healthy competitive atmosphere, and cultivate sportsmanship and teamwork.
Learning Objectives
Development orientation
- Fine motor skills and finger dexterity: Enhance finger strength, dexterity, and control by controlling the shooting and goalkeeping movements of the soccer cleats with your fingers.
- Hand-eye coordination and spatial judgment: Requires precise judgment of the shooting angle, power, and goal position, improving visual tracking and spatial awareness.
- Logical thinking and strategic planning: Learn offensive and defensive strategies, and develop the ability to predict opponent's actions and formulate response plans.
Specific benefits
Children can enhance their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities through fun battles, while also cultivating sportsmanship, patience, and focus, laying the foundation for engaging with more complex puzzle toys and STEM toys in the future.
Suitable age
Suitable for ages 3 and up (official recommendation: 3 years and up, children's toys)
Use cases
- Indoor spaces: living room, children's room, classroom; suitable for entertainment on rainy days or long drive-time journeys.
- Parent-child/Classroom: Can be used as a teaching aid in kindergartens for group activities or parent-child playtime to cultivate social interaction and a competitive spirit.
- Storage: The metal box design makes it easy to store all accessories, keeping them tidy and easy to carry when going out.
Safety and Maintenance
- Certified/Non-toxic: Meets international toy safety and quality standards, suitable for children aged 3 and up.
- Cleaning and maintenance: Wipe the metal goal and plastic parts with a damp cloth, and keep them dry to prevent rust.
- Warning: Contains small parts. Children under 3 years old should use under adult supervision. Avoid swallowing small parts.
Material
Made of durable plastic, the finger soccer shoes feature a sturdy and durable metal goal. The rubber soccer ball provides good elasticity and touch, with a smooth surface and no sharp edges, making it safe for children to operate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What age group is this finger soccer ball suitable for?
This children's toy is officially recommended for use by children aged 3 and above. For children aged 3-5, it can effectively train finger dexterity and hand-eye coordination; children aged 6-8 can further develop strategic thinking and competitive skills. According toHong Kong Department of Health Child Development GuidelinesChildren over 3 years old are in a stage of rapid development of fine motor skills, and these finger manipulation games are particularly helpful for training the small hand muscles.
How does finger soccer help develop a child's fine motor skills?
By using finger sleeves to put on mini soccer shoes and control the strength and angle of the shot, children need to utilize finger muscles, wrist control, and forearm coordination. These actions can effectively strengthen fine motor skills. Repeated shooting and goalkeeping practice can build finger strength and dexterity, laying the foundation for future activities such as holding a pen for writing and using tools. According toHong Kong Education Bureau Guidelines on Physical Education LearningThese types of hand-eye coordination activities are crucial for children's overall development.
Can I play alone?
Sure! Children can use their left and right hands alternately to play the roles of attacker and defender, engaging in self-challenges. This gameplay not only trains hand coordination but also cultivates independent thinking and self-entertainment skills, making it especially suitable for improving techniques during solo practice at home.
This toy can serve asKindergarten teaching aidsUse it?
Absolutely suitable! Finger football can be used for group activities or physical games in kindergarten, fostering social interaction, taking turns, and sportsmanship through two-player competitions. Teachers can organize small leagues to help children learn about rule adherence, teamwork, and healthy competition, making it an ideal teaching tool for kindergartens.
Are there safety concerns regarding metal goalposts?
The edges of the metal goal are smoothly processed, with no sharp corners, meeting international toy safety standards. It is recommended to place the goal against a wall for optimal stability and gameplay effect. Check the edges of the goal for smoothness before use to ensure safety. According toHong Kong Customs Toy Safety GuidelinesParents should check the condition of toys regularly.
How can we design extension activities to enhance learning outcomes?
You can establish a "Family Football League" to record weekly match results and create a points table, fostering mathematical concepts and recording skills. You can also introduce rule variations, such as limiting shooting time, changing goal positions, or setting up obstacles, to enhance strategic thinking and adaptability. By watching real football matches, you can increase children's interest in and understanding of sports.
This toy is different from othersEducational toysWhat's the difference?
Finger football combines sports competition with fine motor skills training. Compared to traditional puzzle toys (such as jigsaw puzzles and building blocks), it emphasizes dynamic interaction and reaction speed. The game requires real-time judgment and strategy adjustment, training both physical coordination and cognitive abilities. It is a toy for children that integrates both athleticism and intellectual challenge.
How portable is it? Is it suitable for carrying around?
The metal storage box is designed compactly (8.5 × 13.2 × 2.7 cm) and weighs only about 90 grams, making it very suitable for placing in a backpack or handbag. Whether on a long car journey, waiting in a restaurant, or during travel, it can be taken out to play at any time, making it an ideal portable toy for children, allowing kids to enjoy the fun of play in any situation.
Summarize
Hape Finger Football is a high-quality educational toy designed for children aged 3 and above. Through the fun gameplay of shooting competitions, it effectively promotes fine motor skills training and hand-eye coordination development. The product meets international safety standards, comes with complete accessories, and is easy to carry, making it an ideal choice as a children's toy and a perfect option for kindergarten teaching aids.
No matter if it's family bonding time, a gathering with friends, or a classroom group activity, this finger football can effectively enhance children's fine motor skills, strategic thinking, and social abilities. In line with the trends in early childhood education development in Hong Kong, it allows children to learn through play, grow through competition, cultivate a spirit of sportsmanship, and develop a sense of teamwork, laying a solid foundation for future engagement with more complex STEM toys.