They are to start playing with the piece of equipment in a creative and safe manner and they should stay close to their personal space area. After they pair up they can make up an activity with that equipment between them. Scarf Tag Have each student place the scarf in a back pocket or tucked into the back of their sweats or shorts. The students then begin to run around the gym and try to take the scarf of another student. Students are not allowed to steal other scarves from the hula hoops.
Foot Tag Give each student a yarn of fleece ball.
Have students spread out in the playing area in their own self space. On the signal students must move around the general space trying to throw their ball at their classmates feet. Students can avoid someone else's ball from hitting their feet by jumping, sliding, etc. Give positive feedback to students who are practicing good foot dodges. Have each student get a plastic grocery bag as they enter class.