Move like an Animal - Physical Movement Game

Move like an Animal - Physical Movement Game

Activity 1 of 8 in this unit

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  • Health and Physical Education
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Lesson summary

Children listen carefully and move their bodies in specific ways, running, hopping, and stomping around the space like different animals!

Learning goal: 

  • This activity is all about moving our bodies in different ways, which requires having control over our limbs, and having fun while being active.

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EYLF Learning Outcomes:

Learning Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing

3.2 Children become strong in their physical learning and wellbeing

Learning Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators

5.1 Children interact verbally and non-verbally with others for a range of purposes

Resources required

  • An open space. A basketball court or other large outdoor space would be ideal, however, you can complete this activity by moving around an indoor space.

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This is an original Cool+ activity.

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