Play recipe
Burns energy while teaching impulse control: kids have to freeze and hold still the instant the music stops.
Clear floor of tripping hazards before starting.
You'll need: Paper cube or dice, Markers
You'll need: Music (phone or speaker), Clear floor space
You'll need: Clear floor space
You'll need: Magnifying glass (optional), Container for temporary observation, Nature area
You'll need: Blanket to lie on, Sunglasses (optional)
You'll need: Bag or bucket for collecting, Magnifying glass (optional)
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