Beetles and bugs

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Age

2-5

Equipment

Chalk or rope

Bean bags

Physical Activity

Jumping

How to Play

Create two long lines with either rope or chalk.
Scatter the bean bags in between the lines so that there is some space in between but not too much.
Let the kids know that the bean bags are bugs and beetles and they need to jump to avoid them but they must stay within the lines.
Once children have jumped through they can run back to the start and try again!

Change it up / Alternatives / Additional Options

Make the game more difficult by placing larger objects for the children to jump over and around.
If you have a child who uses a wheelchair, ensure they are able to wheel through the course without touching the bean bags.
If you have a child who has a visual impairment, allow them to walk through the course and use a bell or other noise making device to let them know when a bug or beetle is close.

Source: Chris Wright