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Rolling Along Lesson PlanRolling Along Lesson Plan
Publisher
Perkins School for the Blind
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Grade
1st - 12th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategy
Skills Practice
Year
2013
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Rolling Along

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I cannot stress enough how important orientation and mobility training is for learners with visual impairments. To practice maintaining their balance, as well as work on building the confidence to participate in recreational sports, learners practice rolling from side-to-side, and roll their bodies in order to knock down a series of objects. 

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physical disabilities, disabilities, blindness

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

Pros

  • Excellent activity designed to promote orientation and mobility skills

Cons

  • Set-up is required prior to the activity

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