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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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About This Activity

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

Quick Info

moderate
20
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