Balloons offer a real fascination for toddlers! They are slow-moving and floaty, and so really suited to help them develop their coordination. Also, they are soft and springy, and so are probably the safest items that you can throw and whack around! There has been research that suggests that balloons have the following benefits: They …
Have you ever tried playing throwing and catching with a pre-schooler? If you have, chances are, they weren’t very coordinated. It’s only to be expected and certainly nothing to worry about! There are plenty of ways you can help them to throw more accurately and catch more easily. Start slow and easy! In my 20+ …
P.E. lessons can be a bit daunting at times. All that equipment to organize and worry about. Yuck! Then there are the safety aspects to consider. Eek! The good news is, there are plenty of simple P.E. games that you can use with no equipment! The Ultimate List of PE Games With No Equipment Whether …
Parachute games aren’t just for young kids! In this post, I’ll show you that they are highly effective for older students too. In my many years of teaching, I have used parachute games with older students in three particular areas, namely: Teamwork and team building games Math games Literacy games Although teamwork is just one …
I’ve been a teacher for the last 12 years, and I have experimented with a range of variations of Capture the Flag. I enjoy using it as a warmup for PE sessions, and the children also really like doing it during recess. Of course, it’s also great to play at home, in the park, or …
Most children don’t learn to listen by sitting still. They need to be actively engaged, moving, and engrossed in something interesting. All these factors will increase their listening abilities by an exponential amount. Ever think that children have selective hearing? Or that they never hear if they’re not interested? Guess what – that’s exactly right. …