Down the Hall

What you need

• a soft ball
• a clear hallway

How to do it

1. Clear the hallway of shoes and bags.
2. Put the ball down at one end and give it little kicks to move it along.
3. Let them take over and kick it all the way to the other end.
4. Turn round and kick it back.

Why it matters

Lots of small kicks in a row means a lot of practice in one go, and they have to keep their balance while walking between kicks.

What they're learning

Little kicks

Each nudge is a small kick with control.

Balance on the move

Walking, kicking and walking again keeps them adjusting all the way.

Following the ball

Keeping their eyes on the ball tells their feet where to go.

What to look for

Watch for smaller, gentler kicks once they realise a big one sends the ball away.

A tip

Shoes with a good grip beat socks on a smooth floor. Clear a space first and use a soft, light ball.

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