Cross the Pond - Frogs and Balance

Children act as frogs crossing a pond using lily pads and rocks while practicing balance skills

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Children act as frogs crossing a pond using lily pads and rocks while practicing balance skills

Quick Info

moderate

12m x 8m minimum

Equipment Required

Blue cones

8-10

Hoops

6-8 various sizes

Spots/mats

10-12

Collection items (bugs)

20-30

Cones

As needed

Spots

As needed

Hoops (lily pads)

12-15

Balance spots (rocks)

10-12

Boundary Markers

8-10

Balance Spots

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Reception

Nursery

Suitable Sports

Fine Motor Skills

Activity Tags

Equipment

Hoops Required

Minimal Equipment

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Balance

Body Control

Decision Making

Coordination

Stability

Features

Inclusive

Interactive

Engaging

Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Problem Solving

Skill Progression

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Values

Teamwork

Cooperation

Respect

Space

Medium Space

Outdoor

Indoor/Outdoor

Activity Type

Warm Up

Skill Game

Weather

All Weather