Objective
By the end of this lesson, the 2-year-old student will have fun engaging in physical activities that involve heavy work while learning about different types of movements.
Materials and Prep
- Open space for movement activities
- Soft balls or bean bags
- Music player for background music
- Comfortable clothing for movement
Activities
1. **Ball Roll**: Have the student roll the soft balls or bean bags back and forth with you, encouraging them to use their arms and trunk muscles.
2. **Animal Walks**: Pretend to be different animals like a bear, frog, or crab, and have the student mimic the movements, engaging in heavy work.
3. **Obstacle Course**: Create a simple obstacle course using pillows or cushions for the student to crawl over, under, and around, providing heavy work activities.
Talking Points
- **"Let's roll the ball back and forth. Can you push it to me?"**
- **"Now, let's walk like a big bear. Can you stomp your feet like a bear?"**
- **"Look at this obstacle course! Let's crawl under the pillow like a little crab."**