Martin Sports Foam Ball, 8 1/2 Inch

A ball that big says one thing to a nervous kid: you can catch this.

Some students sit out ball games, while others jump in when the ball is big and soft.

Eight and a Half Inches: The largest size in Martin's foam ball line is easy to see and easy to trap.

Soft Foam Feel: Foam softens every catch and every hit. Kids reach in with two hands instead of ducking.

Big Target Games: Kickball, rolling games and team passing all suit a ball this size. A first grader boots it across the gym and runs.

Easy to Follow: A larger ball is easier to follow in the air. More catches complete and more kids stay engaged.

A Confidence Builder: Early success keeps kids coming back to ball games as they grow.

Start with a ball they can catch and the rest of the lesson follows.