Game Description:
Teach children how to jump with this fun activity.
Objective:
Jump off and over the block.
Game Rules:
Give a block to every child, demonstrate jumping over the block. Encourage them to lay it on the ground and jump over it. Make it more challenging by standing the block up and jumping over it. Encourage children to jump forwards, backwards, and side to side. Have children stand on the block and jump off of it manipulating their bodies in the air.
Saftey Considerations:
Make sure everyone has enough space.
Photos:
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)
Equipment Needed:
Low Key (Balls, Balloons, Skipping ropes, Hoops)
How Many Leaders are Needed:
Only 1
How Big of a Group is Needed:
One person
Pair
Small group (3-5 kids)
Medium group (6 - 15 kids)
Large group (16+ kids)
Types of Skills Practiced:
Agility
Balance
Coordination
Hop
Jump
