This lesson plan focuses on enhancing gross motor skills for toddlers through a series of engaging tumbling activities. Designed for children aged 18 months to 3 years, the lesson lasts for 30 minutes and emphasizes body awareness, spatial orientation, and social interaction.
The session begins with an introduction and a fun song to warm up the children, followed by a series of rotating activity stations that include rolling and crawling on mats, hopping between hula hoops, balancing on foam blocks, and using scarves for dynamic movement. Each station allows toddlers to explore their physical abilities in a safe and playful environment.
After the individual activities, the group participates in a "tumbling train," which fosters cooperation as they navigate an obstacle course together. The lesson concludes with a calming cooldown period where children can reflect on their experiences. Throughout the session, observers will assess the children's engagement, participation, and ability to follow directions, ensuring that safety remains a top priority.
| Level | Toddler |
| Subject | Gross Motor Skills |
| Subject Area | Tumbling |
| Age Range | 1 to 3 |
| Audience | Group |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 40 mins |