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High Stepping Lesson PlanHigh Stepping Lesson Plan
Publisher
Perkins School for the Blind
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Grade
1st - 12th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategy
Skills Practice
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High Stepping

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Learners who are blind or have visual impairments learn to take high steps in order to improve their balance and mobility. They start by marching in place, and then march around the room. Finally, they attempt to step over a towel as they walk. This activity could prove quite difficult and a safety mat is suggested. 

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Concepts

physical disabilities, disabilities, blindness

Additional Tags

physical disability, blind and visually impaired, orientation and mobility, programs

Pros

  • The activity will help learners gain confidence in walking, stepping, and balance

Cons

  • It may be safer to have learners march, and then step over a stationary object like a broom or wood

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