There will be times that your child is traveling and you may see a potential danger of them running into something head on. If your child knows upper and lower body protection they can use this in unknown areas or you as a parent can call out a key word or phrase to have them put their arms up for protection.
The technique is very simple – they will place an upper arm with palm out in front of their face about 6-8 inches away and the lower arm is down in front of their belly area in the same fashion. Comments such as “arms up” or “protect your face”… can be used for reminders. There is a little rhyme that goes “Protect your face when you’re walking through space” that is also helpful.
Many times when they are young they will bring up 1-2 hands in front of them. We will often say the phrase, “High 5 bumpers up” repeatedly as we tap their hand while they move forward through open space. As they grow, the skill is refined.
Have fun exploring the world with your child!