oshc activities
Polar Day / Penguin Waddle Relay

Penguin Waddle Relay

Children waddle like penguins with a ball between their knees. A silly relay that suits younger children.

How to run it

  1. Set up cones for a relay course.
  2. Show the penguin waddle.
  3. Children waddle to the cone and back.
  4. Pass the ball to the next teammate.

You will need

  • balls
  • cones
Make it easier or harderUse bigger balls for younger children; older children can add obstacles.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Children develop movement skills and enjoy play.

Fits these theme days

Polar DayWinter WonderlandAnimal ThemeGreat Race Day

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