Laker, Charlie and Eneri didn't choose to walk the plank and ladder or slide down the slide that was set up outside, but to peke (jump) from one to the other instead. They jumped together, counting down and bending their knees to spring up or said "ready, steady, go!" There was lots of laughing and getting back up on the planks if one tama (boy) jumped or fell off too soon. They watched each other to make sure they could all jump the same way at the same time. There was lots of arms out for balance and eyes to the ground to watch their own taking off and landing, to be safe. All three showed great physical ability.
"The children's range of physical skills is extended through access to such equipment as skipping roapes, balls, racquets, bats and balance boards", Exploration, Te Whaariki.
Jessie
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