Juggling Ball Skills

Ball skills develop hand-eye coordination and persistence.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Circus
• Learning area: Physical Development and Motor Skills
• Level: Level 3

Objectives

• Students will practice throwing and catching with control.
• Students will attempt basic juggling patterns.

Materials

• Soft juggling balls
• Scarves
• Video tutorials
• Practice space

Instructions

1. Review throwing and catching fundamentals.

2. Practice tossing one ball hand to hand.

3. Introduce two-ball patterns.

4. Track improvement over time.

Educator tip

Celebrate effort and improvement, not just success.

Assessment

Observe coordination development and persistence.

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