Points and Patches Body Exploration

Children explore balancing on different body parts to understand points (small areas) versus patches (large areas)

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Children explore balancing on different body parts to understand points (small areas) versus patches (large areas)

Quick Info

moderate

10m x 10m minimum

Equipment Required

Gymnastics Mats

8-12

Visual aids (optional)

1 set

Visual Aids

As needed

Mats

Optional - 5-10

Suitable For

Year 3

Year 4

Suitable Sports

Gymnastics

Activity Tags

Features

Creative

Inclusive

Interactive

Engaging

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery

Cooperative Learning

Cognitive Challenge

Differentiation

Space

Indoor

Medium Space

Indoor/Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Balance

Body Control

Agility

Coordination

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Self-Control

Communication

Cooperation

Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather