Bouncing Balloons
Balloon play supports scientific observation and motor development.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: Circus
- Learning area: Science
- Level: Infant & Toddler
Objectives
- Students will explore how balloons move using different body parts.
Materials
- Inflated balloons
- Space to move
Instructions
1. Let each student try bouncing a balloon with different body parts (elbow, knee, foot).
2. Discuss what makes the balloon go up or down.
3. Encourage counting the number of bounces.
Educator tip
Ask, 'What happens when you use more force? Less force?'
Assessment
Evaluate use of vocabulary and coordination.
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