Activities for child with limited range of motion

Post date: 2019-04-16 05:21:58

I'm looking for fun activities for that a 7-year-old - with very limited range of motion of her upper body - can play with an 8-year-old who has complete mobility.

7-year old is in a wheelchair. She can flex her arms at the elbow, but does not have shoulder capability. This means that she can move her arms "in and out" or an "closed and open" position, but cannot raise her arms. To get a better understanding, put both your elbows on a table and move your arms about without lifting your elbows.

She has an 8-year-old friend who does not have any mobility issues.They both want to spend more time together, but it's hard to find activities that they can both do.

Currently they watch TV and play with playdoh, but I was hoping for more inspiration.

Ideas that come to mind:
- Outdoor scavenger hunt, where they have to solve puzzles to get clues as to where they need to go
- Card games - but what type?

And that's all I got.

Do you have any ideas? I can be present to act as a game-master or moderator, so don't let that hold you back!

Thanks!

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