Hula hoop outdoor play

Hula hoops are a terrific tool for promoting outdoor play, games, and creativity!

What hula hoops can be turned into

Children can jump in and out of the hula hoops and play hula hoop hopscotch.

My students rolled the hula hoops and played hula hoop relays through our Mini-500 race day obstacle course.

And hula hoops made great steering wheels to stimulate driving through our outdoor Mini-500 race day obstacle course!

How hula hoops can inspire play

Hula hoops can also inspire a little outdoor creative play.

Like how about a hula hoop caterpillar?

Just gather up a few sticks for antennae, arms, and feet.

And a few rocks for eyes and a mouth.

Some of the children decided their hula hoop caterpillars looked more like hula hoop caterpillar snowmen.

And yes, I know the tags are still on these hula hoops.  I kept forgetting to pull them off when we first started playing with the hula hoops but as you can see, the children didn’t seem to care either way.

 

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Deborah J Stewart

Deborah J Stewart

Every time I think I know everything I need to know about teaching young children, God says, "Hold on a minute!" and gives me a new challenge.

Let me tell ya...

With each new challenge that you overcome, you will find yourself better equipped and more passionate about teaching young children.

God didn't call wimps to lead, teach, or care for His children. Nope, he has high expectations, so get ready. You will have to give your very best but after teaching for over 30 years, I can tell you that it is a wonderful and rewarding journey.

Whenever your calling feels hard, just remember, 'He who began a good work in you (and in the children you serve) will be faithful to complete it.'

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