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Obstacle Course

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  • DOMAIN(S)
    Approaches to Play and Learning (APL), Cognitive Development and General Knowledge (CD), Communication, Language, and Literacy (CLL), Physical Development and Motor Skills (PDM)
  • INDICATOR(S)
    APL3.3d, CD-MA5.3a, CLL1.4b, PDM3.2a
  • AGE GROUP(S)
    24-36 months, 36-48 months, 48-60 months

Design an obstacle course using items such as chairs, hula-hoops, carpet squares or a balance beam. Start with three to five sections. Give step-by-step directions using positional words and physical demonstrations. Make the directions simple and straightforward. For example, say, “Jump inside the hoop, walk along the beam, crawl across the mat and go around the chair.” Encourage the children who are waiting to help you chant the directions for the child who is navigating the course. As the children gain experience with this activity, try giving all the directions before the child starts the course.

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