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
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