From monkey bars to motion gaming — energy is everything!
The Motor Skill helps child Sims grow stronger, faster, and more physically confident. Whether they’re swinging across jungle gyms or smashing keys on the computer, this skill builds coordination and prepares them for future athletic success. 🏋️♀️⚡
🎯 Skill Info
- Skill Type: Child Skill
- Max Level: 10
- 📦 Base Game Compatible
- 🧗♂️ Improves coordination, swimming, and typing
- 🌟 Completing the Rambunctious Scamp Aspiration grants the Physically Gifted trait (faster learning in Fitness, Skiing, Snowboarding, etc.)
🌟 How to Build the Motor Skill
Children can build the Motor Skill by:
- 🐒 Using Monkey Bars, jungle gyms, or playground equipment
- 💻 Practising typing on the computer
- 🕹️ Playing Keyboard Commander (unlocked at Level 4)
- 🏊 Swimming in pools
- 🎮 Using Motion Gaming Rigs (especially effective at higher levels)
💡 Physical activity is key! Focused or Energized moods help your Sim level up faster.
📈 Skill Level Progression
| ⭐ Level | 📚 Unlocks |
|---|---|
| 1 | 🐒 Begin with Monkey Bars or Typing Practice on the computer |
| 2 | 🏃♂️ Keep working on moves — no new unlocks, just progress |
| 3 | 💬 Can now Ask for Typing Tips from other Sims |
| 4 | 🕹️ Unlocks Keyboard Commander on the computer 🏊♂️ Swim faster |
| 5 | 🐵 Can Hang Out on the Monkey Bars |
| 6 | 🎮 Chance to earn high scores while playing Keyboard Commander |
| 7 | 🎉 Gains better moodlets when using Monkey Bars |
| 8 | ⚡ No new unlocks, but Motor skill grows steadily |
| 9 | ⏩ Gains skill faster from Monkey Bars, Motion Gaming Rigs, and computers |
| 10 | 🌟 Mastered Motor Skill + Earned Physically Gifted trait! |
🧪 Cheats, Tips & Mood Boosts
| 🔧 Category | 📝 Details |
|---|---|
| 💻 Cheat | stats.set_skill_level Skill_Child_Motor 10 |
| 😊 Best Moods | Energized or Playful for faster skill gain and fun interactions |
| 💡 Tips | |
| • Monkey Bars and Typing Practice are the most consistent ways to build skill | |
| • Swimming and Motion Gaming Rigs add variety and increase enjoyment | |
| • Complete the Rambunctious Scamp aspiration for long-term physical skill boosts |
💡 Tips & Strategy
- 🛝 Set up a home jungle gym to keep skill building accessible
- 🏃♀️ Alternate between typing, swimming, and monkey bars to avoid repetition fatigue
- 🎯 Use Energizing Décor to help Sims stay motivated and focused
- 🎮 Once unlocked, Keyboard Commander is a great indoor alternative for rainy days
🎬 Videos / Gallery
📺 Coming Soon!
Let’s swing, splash, and sprint our way to Motor mastery — featuring park builds, gaming tips, and jungle gym fun!
🔚 Final Thoughts
The Child Motor Skill is playful, energetic, and a perfect outlet for active Sims. With jungle gyms, swimming pools, and fast fingers on the keyboard, this skill helps children move their way toward long-term athletic greatness — and the Physically Gifted trait is a reward that keeps on giving! 💪🛝
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