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Balloon Day / Knee Balloon Races

Knee Balloon Races

Children race while holding a balloon between their knees, wobbling and waddling to the finish line.

How to run it

  1. Mark a start and finish line.
  2. Give each child an inflated balloon.
  3. Children place the balloon between their knees.
  4. Race to the finish without using hands.
  5. If it drops, return to start or continue from that spot.

You will need

  • balloons
  • cones
Make it easier or harderAllow younger children to continue from where they drop; older children can do a relay.
SafetyCheck for latex allergies and collect popped balloon pieces straight away.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Children build balance and coordination in a fun race.

Fits these theme days

Balloon DayGames Carnival DaySilly Tasks DayAthletics Carnival

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