Jump Jump

The instructor ties a balloon filled with water to a strong rope and hangs it at a height where children can reach it by jumping. While the rope is tied to a branch/hook point, the instructor holds the end in their hand and can pull and release it, making small adjustments to the height/distance throughout the game. Children take turns coming to the center and first try to touch the balloon with their hands. In the second round, in the same order, they try to touch it with their heads (and, if needed, with different body parts such as knees or shoulders). A safe distance is maintained for each child; a non-slippery floor and orderly turns are ensured.

Purpose: to develop balance, coordination, jumping technique, attention, and instruction-following skills. Groups that wish may turn it into a fun competition using simple scores, such as number of successful touches or balance duration.