Bed Sheet Parachute
Uses
Uses
- Kids have always and will continue to love "The Parachute" in P.E. These activities allow everyone to participate equally and work together to accomplish a task as a single unit.
- A miniature version of this can be played at home with something as simple as a bedsheet!
- Use this fun and cheap alternative to teach cooperation and team work to your learner!
- Visit http://www.playparachutes.com/pagaac.html for some fun activity ideas!
Construction Materials
Construction Materials
- 1 bedsheet
- Extra items for certain activities
Instructions for Construction
Instructions for Construction
- No construction necessary, unless you're combining multiple sheets.
Modifications of Equipment
Modifications of Equipment
- Sew multiple sheets together to create a much larger parachute.
- Use "Sock Balls" (from this site) for games like "Popcorn".
- Search "Parachute Games" on google or Youtube for more activity ideas.
Image References:"Bedsheet Parachute with Ballons" - Photo from https://teachpreschool.org/2013/07/08/five-activities-that-promote-teamwork/"Bedsheet Parachute" - Photo from https://www.verywellfamily.com/homemade-fitness-equipment-and-toys-1257170"20-Foot Diamter Parachute" - Photo by Spectrum from https://www.amazon.com/20-Foot-Diameter-Parachute-Movement-Activities/dp/B0002OM0RA