April 2021

Students will demonstrate consideration, care and compassion for the well-being and safety of self and others during different types of physical activities in multiple environments.

GRADE P-3

I can think about what I do so everyone feels safe, welcome and included.

I can use my words and actions to help my learning and the learning of others.

GRADE 4-6

I can make choices to positively affect myself and others through my words, actions and body language.

I can demonstrate team work, inclusion, fair play and respect for myself, others and equipment.

HULA HOOPS SKILLS

1. Start with the old standby

Spinning the hoop around your waist for as long as you can (you can time your little one and even let them time you if that is something they would find fun). Once mastered, try getting multiple hoops going at once. Or try other body parts like spinning the hoop around your neck, arm, or leg. You can even try to get the hoop spinning around both you and your child at the same time.

Skills developed: coordination, balance

2. Human ring toss

Does this one really need an explanation? Toss a hoop over a target. Anything can work, including water bottles or the small pylons you may already have in your activity bag. If Mom or Dad are brave enough, they can become the target!

Skills developed: throwing, hand/eye coordination

3. Thread the hoop

Pass the hoop from one hand over your head and down your body. This is a great way to work on coordination and mobility. For a more competitive edge, you can make this a race and if you have a lot of kids hanging around it could be a really fun relay race.

Skills developed: coordination, mobility

4. Play the dolphin game

Scatter the hula hoops on the ground as they become the islands, a.k.a. the safe zones. The leader of the group calls “time to swim” and all the dolphins run around and try not to get “caught” by the dolphin catcher (TAGGER OR LEADER). They can pause on an island to catch their breath and get away from the “it” person.

5. Practice Skipping

A hula hoop is a great way to practice skipping. The hoop is solid and easier to control. Kids will feel more instant success while learning the movement pattern and be able to transfer what they’ve learned to a rope.

Skills developed: skipping, coordination, balance

HUla Hoop Tricks

The Hula Hoop Escalator

Hula Hoop Hand Toss

Round-and-Round / Passing the Hoop

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