Climbing in the Sandbox

The students had lots of fun climbing in Ms. JoAnn's giant sandbox. 
"Beginning with the freedom to walk, run, jump, climb, hop and do other physical activities in and out of doors, children are introduced to exploring different ways they can move.  Throughout the preschool years, children are focusing on large muscle development that includes:  Strengthening of muscles, balance, coordination, and muscle control." 

The students love exploring in the sandbox and coming up with their own adventures. While climbing can sometimes be dangerous and makes teachers and parents nervous, it is important to let kids take reasonable risks. The activities the students were inventing while playing were quite daring for some of the more timid. Therefore Ms. JoAnn encouraged them to continue...always asking them how they felt and if they felt safe.

The look on their faces shows pride and a greater sense of self confidence, which really escalated when Ms. JoAnn asked them to demonstrate it or teach a friend how to do it.

 

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

2.PK.1  Demonstrate a basic form in walking, running, climbing, jumping, hopping, and walking up and down stairs.

3.PK.2  Demonstrate the ability to follow basic movements (e.g., over, under, in, out, and in between).

4.PK.1  Engage in daily moderate to vigorous physical activity.

5.PK.3  Interact positvely with others regardless of personal differences (e.g., skill level, gender, race, and disability).

 

HEALTH

3.PK.1  Identify and express basic feelings (e.g., happy, sad, angry, frightened, etc.).

3.PK.3  Identifty potential hazards at home, school, and community, etc.).