S.M.A.R.T. Tips for Parents - Jumping and Hopping

This week we’re talking about all things jumping and hopping! Jumping engages the lymphatic system and helps the body get rid of toxins.

​There are many ways your child can add Jumping and Hopping into their day. Try Jumping Jacks, a Hippity Hop, a Pogo Stick, or even Moon Shoes!

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Try Hopscotch!
We start Hopscotch by hopping on 2 feet (feet together, feet apart). When we master that we move to hopping on 1 foot (1 foot, 2 feet apart)

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You can create a Hopscotch for your child by using foam squares, chalk on a sidewalk, or even SOCKS!! Share your inventive Hopscotch grids with us!

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Variety is the spice of life so we’re sharing Hopscotch variations from Parents.com and Housing A Forest for you to try!

• www.parents.com/fun/activities/hopscotch/
  
• www.housingaforest.com/25-ways-to-play-hopscotch/