Three Types of Jumping Discovery
Teaching and practicing the fundamental differences between jumping (two feet to two feet), hopping (one foot to same foot), and leaping (one foot to other foot)
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Teaching and practicing the fundamental differences between jumping (two feet to two feet), hopping (one foot to same foot), and leaping (one foot to other foot)
Quick Info
moderate
25
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones or markers
10-15
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Skill Progression
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Jumping
Leaping
Hopping
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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