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Balancing Act

  • DOMAIN(S)
    Cognitive Development and General Knowledge (CD), Physical Development and Motor Skills (PDM)
  • INDICATOR(S)
    CD-CP3.4b, PDM5.3a, PDM5.4b
  • AGE GROUP(S)
    36-48 months, 48-60 months

Put tape lines on the floor in varying directions such as straight, zigzag or curves. Have the children try to “balance” as they walk along the tape lines with their hands out. You can even use stuffed animal alligators on the floor to play a game of “Don't Fall In.”