Learning Outcome

This activity develops coordination, balance, and strength as kids try to imitate the movements of a crab.

Activity Description

In a flat, open area, show your child how to crab walk.
Squat on the ground, place hands behind you and lift your hips off the ground.
Start “walking” using hands and feet.
Play follow the leader as you crab walk.
Variations
• Challenge your child to a crab walk race over a short distance.
• If several children are present, play a game of tag in a confined area while crab walking.

Required Material

4 Boundary cone