* To talk about directions - forwards, backwards etc - and how vehicles like diggers move.
* To improve self-control of body movements.
* To react to instructions quickly.
* To have fun.
How to play
* Draw a small circle for each child on the floor or on the ground outside to represent their 'home'.
* Ask children to stand on their own 'home' and follow the instructions.
* Walking forwards - children walk forwards from their 'home'.
* Walking backwards - children walk backwards to stand on their 'home'.
* Walking around and round - children walk in a circle around their 'home'.
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