Briefly explain how the body works in terms of joints, large bones,and large muscles. Explain that there are many distinctive shapes that our bodies can do. Explain how our joints are important and their limitations. Have each group designate a leader. Leaders come up and select a word from the grab can.
Leaders go back to the group without letting the other groups know whatthe word is.
The leaders quietly let their group know what the word is. The leaders pick the number of group members needed to spell out the word using their bodies, arms and legs. Then practice the word. The other groups will try to guess what the word is. Ask students what were the hardest words to form.