Ball Rolling Cool-Down
Gentle stretching and reflection activity using balls to help students transition from active to calm state
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About This Activity
Gentle stretching and reflection activity using balls to help students transition from active to calm state
Quick Info
low
20
Circle formation appropriate to group size
Equipment Required
Soft balls
1 per student
Softballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Catching
Body Control
Activity Type
Cool Down
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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