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Hopping On Foot

In Hopping On Foot, kids get the opportunity to test their balance and agility as they hop across the room on one foot, then the other. By adding in elements like dodging obstacles or following a specific path, they can challenge their coordination and motor skills. For an extra fun twist, they can engage their imaginations by creating a hopping game with a story, like crossing a ‘lava floor’ or ‘hopping to rescue a puppy’!
Hopping On Foot - Kids activities

Summary

Appropriate kid’s energy level

Hyper

Skill(s) developed

Gross motor

Prep time

2 minutes

Type of activity

Physical

Appropriate setting(s)

Both indoors and outdoors

Material(s) needed

Pillows or soft toys for obstacles (optional), Colored tape or chalk for marking a path (optional)

Easy mode

For beginners, kids can simply hop across the room, once with each foot. This will help them get comfortable with balancing on one foot and build their confidence.

Hard mode

When they’re ready for a challenge, kids can try hopping around obstacles or following a particular path. This will test their agility and coordination, and make the game more exciting!

Challenge mode

For an ultimate adventure, kids can make up a hopping game with a story, like crossing a ‘lava floor’ or ‘hopping to rescue a puppy’. This not only enhances their physical skills but also encourages creativity and imagination.

Some prompts to encourage the kid

  • Wow! You’re hopping like a kangaroo!
  • Quick, the floor is turning into lava! Hop to safety!
  • Great job! Can you make it to rescue the puppy?
  • Watch out for the obstacles! You’re doing amazing!
  • I wonder, can you hop in a zig-zag path? Let’s try it!

Important things to keep in mind

  • Make sure to clear a safe space for the children to hop around
  • You can use pillows or soft toys as obstacles, and use colored tape or chalk to mark out a path.

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