Name of Activity: 3,2,1, Ups
Grade Level: K-6 with modification
Equipment Needed: approx. 1 bean bag (balloon,
soft throwable) per player.
Highlights: Underhand throwing, Catching,
Tracking, Cooperation
Instructions: Divide students into groups of 5-7. Each
group should have several throwable items, I have found that 1 per player
is plenty for my 2-5 grades. To start the game have students gather
in a small circle, with one player having the beanbag. Group will
then count down "3,2,1, Ups". On the word "Ups"
the player will toss the beanbag in the air (at least 10 ft). The
object is for any other student in the group catch the item before it hits
the ground. If successful(usually 2 times in a row, but for my grade
levels I feel 1 works better), the group may add a second item. The
group will then count down again, but throwing both items at the same
time. As long as the group is successful, they will continue to add
items. Once the group misses, they must start back with only one
item.
Following are a few rules to keep in mind:
1. Beanbags should be tossed at least 10 ft in the air.
2. All beanbags must be tossed at the same time.
3. A player may not catch his/her own beanbag.
Helpful Hints: The game can be adapted by
changing the number of misses before going back to one. Personally,
I have found that it works better for my classes if I have them remove one
beanbag at a time instead of going back to zero. The younger my
classes, the more misses in a row they need before losing a beanbag.
My youngest grade level is 2nd grade so I have
not tried this with younger groups. I am not sure if ballons would
work, but I think it would be worth trying. Also, you may have an
idea of other items that may work for younger groups. Please let me
know if you have had a successful attempt with younger groups, and what
type of throwable you used.
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