This is an important skill involving a boy's ability to relate in a poised, balanced and coordinated way to the world around him. These activity toys aim to develop and enhance hand-eye-coordination, throwing, balancing and swimming. Frustratingly, this skill development requires repetition, something boys (parents too) can find boring, unless motivated. Showing & doing not telling plays a critical role in developing these skills These products are good at making practice fun and engaging and for developing a core skillset for sport.