Parachute Basics – Introductory Games for Kids
We have so many different parachutes to choose from at S&S Worldwide! If you haven’t already purchased one, you’re missing out! However, once you do have your parachute, it is time to start having...
View ArticleParachute Games with a Ball
By now you’ve realized the kids love parachutes. If this is your first time using the parachute, head over to our Parachute Basics post and start there. For those of you looking for a few new ideas,...
View ArticleAn Active Game of Hungry Hungry Hippos
While I was speaking to one of my customers, they had mentioned an awesome game that they started playing within their Physical Education classes. A life-size version of the game Hungry Hungry Hippos!...
View Article5 School Program New Year Resolution Ideas
The New Year is a great time to think about your hopes and goals for the upcoming year. While making personal goals is also important, don’t count out making New Year Resolutions for your program or...
View ArticleIdeas to Celebrate 100 Days of School
The 100th day of school is a milestone that has become popular to celebrate with students. In addition to some of the fun pencils and bracelets we sell, we have gathered some of these great (and easy)...
View ArticleHow to Play GaGa Ball in the GaGa Pit
What is GaGa Ball? I had heard of it. We sell a GaGa Pit at S&S Worlwide. I have listened to my kids tell stories about it in gym class. Yet, I still didn’t understand what ‘IT’ was! Is it …...
View ArticleA Religious Spin on the Potato Sack Race
Caterpillars & Butterflies (Based on 2 Corinthians 5:17) Everyone loves a potato sack race! Take the opportunity to turn this friendly competition into a christian learning opportunity. The game...
View ArticleUsing Makey Makey for Active Play & STEM
Recently I was introduced to this awesome little tool called the Makey Makey. This product has become so popular in classrooms, afterschool programs like the YMCA, occupational therapy, and many other...
View ArticleToss Four Game Variations for PE & Active Play
Learn 5 different ways to use this Toss Four Game for physical education class or general active play! If you are playing indoors, hang the target from any volleyball or badminton game standards. For...
View ArticleHow to Make a DIY Puppet Theater for Kids
This DIY Puppet Theater can be used for many different themes in the classroom, afterschool, daycare, and other educational programs. Kids can learn storytelling, role playing, self expression, and...
View ArticleRace to the Galaxy – A Cooperative Game for PE & Active Play
I came up with the idea for Race to the Galaxy (originally named Space Colonies) after reviewing games on the PhysEdGames YouTube channel. Since I’m a huge Sci-Fi fan, I really wanted to add a...
View ArticleWhich Basketball is Better for My Program?
At S&S Worldwide we sell over 200 Basketball Products, so if you’re unsure which ball is best for the needs of your program, event or activity – this guide will help you. There are many things to...
View ArticleJump Rope Guide – Which Jump Ropes Are Best for Your Program
Below you will find a guide to help you decide which Jump Rope you should purchase and what factors to consider when purchasing a jump rope for your particular program and activity. Jumping roping...
View ArticleActivities to Support National Parks and Recreation Month
July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and it’s a great time to encourage more kids and adults to visit national, state, and city parks. What better way to spend outside at a park than with some...
View ArticleParachute Surfing with Scooters Activity
I’m Tanner Roos from Linn Grove Elementary School (Linn-Mar) in Marion, Iowa. Recently we started using the parachute with my kindergarten through third grade students. The activity I’m going to...
View ArticleDecember Printable Fitness Challenge Calendar
Our December Fitness Challenge Calendar is here! We teamed up with the Alliance For A Healthier Generation to create this fitness calendar for the month of December 2018. Here is the link to the...
View ArticleJumbo Jacks Activities for Physical Education & Active Play
Hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills has always been an important component in my elementary physical education program. Through my 15 years of teaching P.E., I noticed that a lot of many...
View ArticleHurdle Activity For Sensory Input & Balance Training
Mindful Movement The best kind of play is one that combines fun and novelty with success. A 4 year old student of mine, who was not able to put together the required postural control, righting...
View Article24 Ways to Get Creative with Wiggly Eyes – Ideas by Crafty Kate
Did you hear the Big News? Crafty Kate is Back! What!? That is just Bananas! I’m Crafty Kate here at S&S Worldwide, and I’m back in action and excited to share these super fun and silly ideas using...
View ArticleCreepy Crawly Sensory Bin – Exploring Bugs With Kids
Objective: Creating simple sensory bins for exploring bugs and crawly things. Materials: Cooked noodles Ziploc baggie Liquid watercolor – lime green Colorful set of insects Jumbo tweezers Sensory bin...
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