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Activity: Hungry Hippos


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How to Play

  • Split the group into teams of two.
  • Each team is spaced around the outside of a circle.
  • In the centre of the circle (hoop), there are lots of cones, bibs and bean bags.
  • When the coach shouts “GO” one member of the pair should start to walk on their hands as the other member picks up their feet like a wheelbarrow.
  • They should wheelbarrow to the centre to pick up an item.
  • When they collect an item, both children run back to base.
  • They should then switch roles and go for the next item.
  • The pair with the most items wins.

Equipment Required

  • 5 x Hoops
  • 10 x Cones
  • 10 x Bean Bags
  • 10 x Bibs
Equipment

Focus

For Children to Be Able To:

  1. Work in pairs
  2. Remain balanced while travelling

 

Be Sure to:

  1. Set up and stand back. Let the
children work it out
  2. Allow children who are doing well to demonstrate the skill to others
  3. Allow children to discuss their team strategy

Things to Consider

ACTIVITY 2

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