NT-6KBGPF004 | Jungle Bridge Activity
By Dr. Rajeev Tamhankar and Riddhi Chincholikar
The Jungle Bridge activity is a fun and engaging gross motor skill exercise designed to improve balance, coordination, and confidence in young children. It simulates a jungle adventure where children cross a “bridge” made of various materials, enhancing their sensory experience and problem-solving skills. This activity encourages movement, spatial awareness, and imaginative play while keeping the child entertained.
Setup
- Create a “bridge” using a rope, tape, pillows, or wooden planks on the floor.
- Place soft cushions or a play mat around the area for safety.
- Add jungle-themed elements like stuffed animals, leaves, or vines for an immersive experience.
Introduce the Activity
- Tell the child they are on a jungle adventure and need to cross the bridge carefully.
- Demonstrate how to walk, crawl, or balance across the bridge.
Encourage Participation
- Guide the child to cross the bridge using different movements (walking, tiptoeing, crawling).
- Use fun sound effects like animal noises to enhance engagement.
Challenge and Play
- Introduce obstacles like small gaps or stepping stones for an added challenge.
- Encourage the child to balance while carrying a small toy or object.
- Clap and cheer as they complete the course.
- Enhances Balance & Coordination – Helps children develop stability and body control.
- Improves Motor Skills – Strengthens leg and core muscles through movement.
- Encourages Problem-Solving – Teaches children to navigate obstacles creatively.
- Boosts Confidence – Builds self-assurance as they successfully cross the bridge.
- Promotes Imaginative Play – Engages children in a fun storytelling experience.
- Use a variety of materials (pillows, ropes, tape) to create different bridge textures.
- Adjust the difficulty based on the child’s age and skill level.
- Add storytelling elements to make the activity more engaging.
- Always supervise to ensure safety.
- Reward the child with a small cheer or sticker after completing the activity.
- Rope, tape, pillows, or wooden planks for the bridge.
- Soft mats or cushions for safety.
- Jungle-themed props (stuffed animals, leaves, vines).
- Small toys or objects to carry while crossing.
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