Tortoise race

Children race like tortoises: slowly and on all fours.

Steps

1. Tell the fable of the tortoise and the hare.
2. Children put cushion 'shells' on their backs.
3. They race on all fours; anyone who loses their shell goes back to the start.
4. Talk about how going slowly can also get you to the finish.

Tip: You can use salad bowls instead of cushions.

Materials needed

• Seat cushions (5 pieces)