designing movement-based activities for different ages, stages & ability levels Flashcards
1
Q
what are developmentally appropriate physical activities?
A
- activities that match the physical, cognitive, social and emotional abilities of participants
- more likely to result in a positive experience for the young participants involved
2
Q
how can basketball be modified?
A
- using a smaller and/or lighter basketball
- lowering the hoop’s height
- using a garbage can as a net
- being more casual on rules
- adjusting time rules to allow more play between shots on net
3
Q
how can tennis be modified?
A
- using smaller courts suited to players’ stature
- using larger-size and lighter racquets and softer (slower) balls
- lowering the net’s height
- allowing three opportunities to get it over the net (rather than two)
