Parachute Ball Bounce Protectors
Cooperative parachute game where some children protect balls on top while others try to knock them off from underneath
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About This Activity
Cooperative parachute game where some children protect balls on top while others try to knock them off from underneath
Quick Info
5 mins
moderate
20
6m x 6m minimum
Equipment Required
Parachutes
1
Softballs
3-4
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Manipulation & Coordination
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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