Objective
Audrey will perform and refine movement skills in a variety of sequences and situations by the end of this lesson.
Materials and Prep
- Open space for movement activities
- Comfortable clothing and shoes
- Water bottle for hydration
Activities
1. **Obstacle Course Challenge**: Set up a simple obstacle course using household items like chairs, pillows, and toys. Time Audrey as she navigates through the course.
2. **Dance Party**: Play upbeat music and encourage Audrey to freestyle dance or follow along with simple dance moves. This activity helps with coordination and rhythm.
3. **Balloon Keep-Up**: Blow up a balloon and have Audrey keep it in the air using different body parts like hands, feet, and head. This activity improves agility and hand-eye coordination.
Talking Points
- **Movement Skills**: "Today, we will practice moving our bodies in different ways to become even better at running, jumping, and balancing."
- **Obstacle Course**: "Let's pretend we are on a fun adventure and need to complete challenges like jumping over rivers and crawling under trees."
- **Dance Party**: "Dancing is a great way to express yourself and have fun while moving our bodies to the music."
- **Balloon Keep-Up**: "We can use balloons to practice keeping our eyes on the target and using different body parts to keep it from touching the ground."
- **Practice Makes Perfect**: "Remember, the more we practice these movements, the better we will become at them. Don't worry if it's hard at first, just keep trying!"