We love mini putt for many reasons. There are so many skills that your child can practice during this game. This includes gross motor, cheering for others, waiting your turn, counting strokes and keeping score. It is also a fairly quiet activity so there are not too many sensory challenges that you have to worry about. However, make sure you pick a mini golf course that is not in a touristy area. They can be crowded and sometimes have large statues that can be overwhelming. Our three year old son was fearful of the large dinosaurs in Niagara Falls. Mini golf courses attached to golf courses are a better option. The children have a great time hitting the ball with the club (or just dropping the ball in hole) and they don’t even realize that they are practice some of the other skills. For now, we are not bothering with keeping score. The focus is still on waiting your turn, holding the club properly and cheering for others. We’ve been four or five times now and each time less cuing is required.
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