Game Description:
A great activity for young children learning to pass and catch.
Objective:
The goal of this activity is to teach children the basic skills needed for passing and catching.
Game Rules:
It is often easier for children to learn the concept of catching and throwing by first rolling and receiving a ball between partners or in a large group. Have the children sit in a circle and roll the ball across the circle to another child. Once the concept is understood more balls can be added.
Progression (optional):
Have children move up to kneeling position and with a partner roll a ball back and forth. Next the can play a simple game of catch on their knees. Eventually they can stand up and throw the ball back and forth.
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Videos:
Age:
2 to 3 years
4 to 6 years
Type of Activity:
Skill instruction
Space Needed:
Large Space (Gym, Multipurpose Room, Playroom)
Medium Space (Classroom, Empty Room)
Small Space (Hall, Furnished Room)
Field / Park
Equipment Needed:
Low Key (Balls, Balloons, Skipping ropes, Hoops)
How Many Leaders are Needed:
Only 1
How Big of a Group is Needed:
Pair
Small group (3-5 kids)
Medium group (6 - 15 kids)
Large group (16+ kids)
Types of Skills Practiced:
Catch
Throw
Track
