Play Schemas: Rotation

Rotation

Children experiencing a rotation schema are interested in turning or rolling their bodies or objects around them.

What it might look like:

  • spinning, twisting, turning, and rolling objects, especially ribbon, rope, scarves, and fabric
  • spinning in circles
  • rolling down a hill

Rotation Activities and Materials

  • Ring Around the Rosie or another circular movement song
  • Add water wheels to the water or sand table
  • Paint with paint rollers
  • Use paint rollers or rolling pins with play dough
  • Mixing and stirring paint
  • Roll different types of balls and vehicles down the slide outside
  • Add hula hoops to outdoor play
  • Use old CDs to make mobiles you can hang outside or near a window
  • Visit a park with a "round-about" or "merry-go-round" that the kids can play on