Any advice on how to teach a kid to catch a baseball without scaring them off?
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Start with a soft ball or tennis ball. Toss underhand and short distances. Teach them to keep their eyes on the ball and use two hands. Celebrate small wins and keep it fun—no pressure. Gradually move to a real baseball as confidence grows.
I remember when I taught my niece to catch a ball, she was terrified at first, mostly because the ball came too fast. We started with a soft, oversized ball and slow tosses, cheering her every little success. The key? Patience and making it fun, not perfect. Maybe try giving gentle tosses and lots of praise. That way, catching feels like a game, not a test. Hope that helps!