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I know five – an easy ball game for preschoolers

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I Know Five… 🎾🗣️🎶
A flexible, fast-paced game that gets kids thinking, talking, and moving!

How to play:

  • Stand in a circle with a bouncy ball.
  • One child bounces the ball as they say:
    “I know five…” (e.g. girls’ names, fruits, animals, cities, colours)
    Then they list five things, bouncing the ball once for each word:
    “I know five fruits: apple, pear, mango, banana, kiwi!” 🍎🍐🥭🍌🥝
  • The ball is passed to the next child, who chooses a new category.
  • No repeats — the challenge grows as the game goes on!

Why it’s great:
✅ Builds vocabulary and memory
✅ Encourages clear speech and turn-taking
✅ Adds movement for active learners
✅ Easy to adapt for any age group or theme

You can play indoors or outdoors — no setup needed, just a ball and imagination!

Why does children’s behaviour change for the worse during windy weather?

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There are a few potential reasons why children may behave worse during windy weather:

  1. Changes in routine: Windy weather may disrupt children’s usual routines and schedules, which can cause them to feel upset or disoriented.
  2. Restlessness: Children may become more restless and energetic during windy weather due to the excitement and novelty of the weather.
  3. Sensory stimulation: Windy weather can be loud and unpredictable, which can be overstimulating for some children.
  4. Discomfort: Children may become irritable or behave poorly if they are cold, wet, or otherwise uncomfortable due to the windy weather.
  5. Changes in mood: Some children may experience changes in their mood due to the windy weather, which may manifest as increased irritability or misbehaviour.

Overall, it is important to recognize that children’s behaviour can be influenced by a variety of factors, including changes in the weather. By understanding the possible causes of children’s behaviour, teachers and caregivers can better support children’s well-being and manage any challenges that may arise.

Windy weather and children

Have you noticed these changes? Why do you think wind impacts children’s moods and actions?