Gymnastics

During this unit the children explored and developed basic gymnastic actions on the floor and using low apparatus. They used basic skills of rolling, jumping, balancing and movement in combination to create movement sequences. The children were given the opportunity to select their own actions to build short sequences, which developed their confidence in performing. 

The children developed an understanding of levels, directions and shapes when travelling and balancing. 

Key skills:

Physical - travelling actions, shapes, balancing, shape jumps, barrel roll, straight roll, forward roll 

Social - respect, collaboration, sharing, working safely

Emotional - confidence, self-regulation, perseverance

Thinking-  Comprehension, select and apply action, creativity