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Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Crossing the River

Subject Area

Physical Education

Grade(s)

K

Overview

In this activity, two lines about 40 ft apart designate a river. Each time the youngsters cross the river they must perform a different movement. This activity can be used as a warm-up or cool-down activity to begin or end the class. Additionally, this can be used to practice and reinforce locomotor movements and/or animal movements. Included in this resource is a demonstrative video. 

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): KG

    Attempt to hop, gallop, jog, run, slide, skip, jump, and leap while maintaining balance.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): KG

    Demonstrate the difference between movement in personal and general space while attempting to maintain self-control.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): KG

    Travel by:

    - Using various pathways.

    - Demonstrating various levels.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): KG

    Travel:

    - In general space with varying speeds.

    - Attempting directionality concepts.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 1

    Demonstrate moving in personal and general space while maintaining self-control, in response to designated class expectations.

    Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 2

    Apply the concept of personal and general space during class activities.

    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Learning Activity

    Resource Provider

    Other

    Resource Provider other

    Dynamic PE
    Accessibility
    License

    License Type

    BY-NC-ND
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