Forest Wake-Up Stretches
Animal-inspired stretching routine to prepare body for movement and introduce character work
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About This Activity
Animal-inspired stretching routine to prepare body for movement and introduce character work
Quick Info
low
25
6m x 6m minimum
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Flexibility
Balance
Body Control
Equipment
No Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Values
Character Development
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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