Juggling Ball Skills
Ball skills develop hand-eye coordination and persistence.
- Framework: EYFS
- Unit: EYFS Circus
- Learning area: Physical Development and Motor Skills
- Level: EYFS Reception
Objectives
- Students will practise throwing and catching with control.
- Students will attempt basic juggling patterns.
Materials
- Soft juggling balls
- Scarves
- Video tutorials
- Practise space
Instructions
1. Review throwing and catching fundamentals.
2. Practise 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
Assess against Early Learning Goals (ELGs). Document evidence of 'expected' or 'exceeding' descriptors. Note: independent application of skills, ability to explain reasoning, and capacity to build on prior learning. Observe coordination development and persistence.