Athletics & Wellness
Grade 1
45 min
Hooray for Our Team!
Let's learn how to be great teammates in fun games! Playing together helps us make friends and makes sure everyone has a wonderful time.
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What & Why
What are cooperative games?Cooperative games are special games where everyone is on the same team! Instead of trying to win against each other, we work together to reach a goal. It's all about teamwork!Why do we play them?We play cooperative games because they help us practice being kind, sharing, and talking to each other. When we work as a team, everyone feels happy and included. The most important rule is to have fun together!
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Example 1 — Keep the Balloon Up
How to PlayThe goal is for the whole team to keep a balloon from touching the floor.Everyone stands in a circle.A grown-up tosses a balloon into the middle.Work together to tap the balloon up in the air. You can use your hands, head, or knees!If the balloon touches the floor, don't worry! Just pick it up and start again.Teamwork TipsCall out to a friend who is close to the balloon. Say things like, "You got it, Sam!" or "Over here!".
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Example 2 — Human Knot
How to PlayThe goal is to untangle your team from a mixed-up "knot" of arms.Stand in a circle, close together.Reach across the circle and grab one hand of two different people.Now you're in a knot! Without letting go of hands, talk and work together to step over, under, and turn around to untangle the knot and make one big circle again.Teamwork TipsUse your words! Say, "Can you try stepping over my arm?" or "Let's all turn this way." Be gentle and patient with your friends.
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Beginner
In a cooperative game, what is the most important goal?
A.To work together and have fun
B.To be the fastest player
C.To win the game by yourself
D.To never make a mistake
Beginner
You are playing "Keep the Balloon Up." Your friend tries to hit the balloon but misses. What is the BEST thing to say?
A."You missed!"
B."Good try! We'll get it next time!"
C."You're not very good at this."
D.Say nothing.
Beginner
What does it mean to "take turns" in a game?
A.One person gets to do everything
B.Everyone gets a chance to play
C.The oldest person always goes first
D.You only play if you are the best
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