For follow the leader have players in teams of 3 or 4, each player with a ball. Set up a large grid for players to dribble within, 20 x 30 yards. Execution: - Players dribble in a line with their 3-4 players, following the first player in line. Head of each line can change speeds and directions to increase difficulty for rest of line.
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Try this fun follow the leader kids soccer exercise. Have teams of 3 dribble inside of an area, with one deciding the direction of the team.
Preparation:
- For follow the leader have players in teams of 3 or 4, each player with a ball.
- Set up a large grid for players to dribble within, 20 x 30 yards.
- Play the traditional game of Follow the Leader. Begin by acting as the leader yourself, then allow each child to take a turn as leader. Afterwards, have a short discussion with your children, explaining that since you are followers of Jesus, you try to live like Jesus did by following His example.
- Pupils locate letters and record them on a piece of paper around the playground following their chosen captain's instructions, e.g. 'East (4 steps), South-East (22 steps)'.
Execution:
- Players dribble in a line with their 3-4 players, following the first player in line.
- Head of each line can change speeds and directions to increase difficulty for rest of line.
- Switch the players at the head of the line every 60-90 seconds.
Quality:
- Players should dribble with their ball close to them, so they can change direction quickly and dribble in control.
- Encourage players to use left and right feet as they dribble (No toes to kick the ball!).
- Players should dribble to large empty areas in the grid, looking for space and avoiding other players.
- Remember, encourage successes!
Progression:
- The coach calls out specific moves and/or directions to have the all the lines do.
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Total time estimated:
- 5-7 minutes for kids to follow the leader.
Good luck!
Do your kids have trouble following directions? Or can only remember one task at a time?
Then they need some practice!
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Yes, practice. Following directions is a skill that needs practice just like tying your shoes or learning to spell your name.
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One of the most fun ways to help kids practice following directions and listening is by playing games. We love to move and learn here so I found 6 following directions games that get kids up and moving!
Following Directions Games:
- Teach Kids to Follow Directions with Relay Races from Coffee Cups and Crayons
- Following Directions Grid Game from Kids Activities Blog
- I Spy from Playing with Words 365
- Following Directions and Listening Game: Teacher Says! from Coffee Cups and Crayons
- Red Light Green Light from Playing with Words 365
- Do 3 Things Listening Game from Inspiration Laboratories
Following directions is a life skill that kids are expected to have in school, but one that needs frequent practice even as kids get older. Turning that practice into a game makes it fun and is a great way to turn listening and following directions into a habit!
Don’t think your kids will love these games? Then adapt them! If you have a little one who love dinosaurs change it to Dino Races or Stegosaurus Says. Building on their current interests is a great way to get them excited about practicing new skills.
What other following directions games do you know?
Share more ideas in the comments!
The other Move and Learn co-hosts were busy putting together Move and Learn Activities for kids this week too, make sure to check them out!
Other Ways to Move & Learn this week:
- 10 Ways to Go on a Christmas Scavenger Hunt from hands on as we grow
- Check out all our Move & Learn activities
- Lots of ideas on our Pinterest board!