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Pencil Rolling with Shape Changes

Children practice controlled rolling while changing body shapes from star to pencil to egg shapes

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About This Activity

Children practice controlled rolling while changing body shapes from star to pencil to egg shapes

Quick Info

moderate
15
12m x 8m minimum

Equipment Required

Gymnastics Mats

1 per child (up to 30)

Suitable For

Reception

Suitable Sports

Gymnastics

Activity Tags

Features

Creative
Inclusive
Engaging

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Differentiation

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Skills

Balance
Body Control
Agility
Coordination

Weather

All Weather