Ball Property Exploration Stations
Students explore different balls and equipment to understand how properties affect bouncing performance
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About This Activity
Students explore different balls and equipment to understand how properties affect bouncing performance
Quick Info
moderate
24
15m x 15m minimum for multiple stations
Equipment Required
Tennis Balls
6-8
Foam Balls
6-8
Basketballs
4-6
Different shaped balls
4-6
Station markers
6-8
Softballs
As needed
Basketball
As needed
Balls
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cognitive Challenge
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
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