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Parachute Merry-Go-Round

Children hold parachute with one hand and walk around in a circle creating a merry-go-round effect

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About This Activity

Children hold parachute with one hand and walk around in a circle creating a merry-go-round effect

Quick Info

5 mins
moderate
20
8m x 8m minimum

Equipment Required

Large parachute

1 (12-foot diameter)

Music Player

1

Parachutes

As needed

Suitable For

Year 1
Year 2
Reception

Suitable Sports

Dance

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Body Control
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