Action Cards

Notes for grown-ups

Reproduced from page 2 of the book so you can read it before printing.

Gross motor skills, balance, coordination and following instructions through movement.

How to use

• Print and cut out the action cards.
• Hold up a card or place it on the floor.
• Children do the action shown (hop, jump, balance, crawl or stretch).
• Call out the action or let children take turns choosing a card.
• Make it a game — how many hops? Can you balance longer?

Tips

•  Clear a safe space before starting.
•  Demonstrate the actions first.
•  These cards are great for brain breaks and active play.
•  Laminate for durability.

Actions included

•  Hop
•  Jump
•  Balance
•  Crawl
•  Stretch
•  Extra action cards