Game Description:
Fun variation to the classic game of duck duck goose!
Objective:
Catch the ball
Game Rules:
Instruct all children to stand in a circle, the leader stands inside the circle with a ball. The leader throws the ball to one child at a time and says "duck" (the child catches and throws back to leader) or "goose" (the child must run around the circle back to their spot after they catch and throw back to the leader).
Saftey Considerations:
Make sure your shoes are tied.
Progression (optional):
Try to vary throwing techniques ie. under hand, over hand, rolling, etc.
Photos:
Videos:
Age:
4 to 6 years
Type of Activity:
Multi-skill game
Warm up/Cool down
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:
Small group (3-5 kids)
Medium group (6 - 15 kids)
Large group (16+ kids)
Types of Skills Practiced:
Agility
Catch
Coordination
Throw
Track
