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Count in multiples using rhythmic and skip counting
Count by twos, threes, fives and tens using rhythmic counting and skip counting
A playing area big enough for the circles of players
1 ball per group of students
Form small groups.
Players stand in a circle with interceptor in the middle.
Players in a circle throw a ball to other players in the circle. An interceptor inside the circle tries to intercept the ball. Only the interceptor can move.
Players on the circle can’t move.
Teacher calls out a starting number and the chosen content focus, eg. skip count by 5.
Players throw the ball to each other.
Each time a player catches the ball, they call out the next number in the pattern.
If the ball is intercepted, the thrower changes places with the interceptor, or change after 4 throws.
Count forwards and backwards by various numbers.
Change the way the ball travels, eg. roll, kick, bounce pass.