Athletics & Wellness
Grade 1
45 min
Keep the Balloon Up!
Let's learn how to play a super fun game called 'Keep the Balloon Up!' This game is all about working together as a team and helping our friends have fun.
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What & Why
Cooperative games are games where everyone plays together on the same team. The goal isn't to beat your friends, but to work together to win as a group!In 'Keep the Balloon Up!', our whole team wins if we can keep the balloon from touching the floor. It's fun because we have to talk, move, and help each other.
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Example 1 — The Basic Tap
Let's play with a few friends!Stand in a small circle with 3 or 4 friends.One person gently taps the balloon up into the air.Someone else moves under it and taps it up again.Keep tapping it to each other. Remember, the floor is lava! Don't let the balloon touch it.
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Example 2 — Call a Name
Let's add a fun twist to make us better teammates!Start the game just like before.This time, when you tap the balloon, call out the name of a friend in the circle.The friend whose name you called has to tap it next!This helps us make sure everyone gets a turn and we know who is going for the balloon.
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Beginner
What is the main goal in the game 'Keep the Balloon Up!'?
A.To pop the balloon
B.To keep the balloon from touching the floor
C.To hit the balloon the hardest
D.To hold the balloon for the longest time
Beginner
The balloon is coming right between you and your friend, Leo. What is the BEST thing to do?
A.Push Leo out of the way
B.Yell 'I got it!' and gently tap it
C.Let it drop on the floor
D.Turn your back and ignore it
Beginner
What kind of touch should you use to hit the balloon?
A.A hard punch
B.A gentle tap with an open hand
C.A kick with your foot
D.A poke with one finger
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