Physical Education
- The child has learned basic water safety skills such as staying close to the instructor and listening to instructions.
- They have learned how to float on their back and kick their legs while holding onto the wall.
- The child has learned to blow bubbles in the water and put their face in the water.
- They have learned to use their arms to paddle and kick their legs while wearing a flotation device.
Continued development related to this activity can include introducing different swimming strokes such as freestyle and backstroke. Encouraging the child to practice swimming independently in a supervised setting and participating in swimming lessons on a regular basis can also help improve their swimming skills.
Book Recommendations
- Swimmy by Leo Lionni: This book tells the story of Swimmy, a little fish who uses his creativity and teamwork to overcome obstacles in the ocean.
- Freddie the Fish by Eileen Berry: Join Freddie the Fish as he learns how to swim and overcomes his fear of the water.
- The Pout-Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen: This book follows the journey of the Pout-Pout Fish, who discovers that being sad and gloomy is not his only destiny.
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