Play a simple game of Simon Says to teach your students about different body parts, while sharpening their listening skills. Stand at the front of the classroom and ask students to stand up facing you. Ask students to follow directions that you give; but only when you begin the direction with "Simon Says." Directions might include "Simon says touch your head," or "Simon says raise your hands."
Create a body puzzle to teach students about the human body. Cut out pictures of people from magazines, choosing pictures that show the entire body. Cut the pictures into three or four large pieces and laminate them. Ask students to put the pieces together correctly. Once students have completed the puzzle, provide paper and art supplies and ask students to draw the person on their piece of paper.
Engage your students in a fun game inspired by Pin the Tail on the Donkey, recommends Preschool Rock. Ask a student to lay down on a large piece of paper. Use a marker to trace around the student, and hang up the drawing so that all students can reach it. Next, cut an arrow shape out of red construction paper and place tape on the back. Ask students to place the arrow on specific body parts. For example, you might ask a student to pin the arrow on the head, foot or hand.
Help your students develop large motor skills through a balancing game. Bring a variety of objects for students to balance: A kickball, tennis ball, book, bean bag or small toy are all good options. Ask students to stand up and balance different objects. For example, you might ask students to balance a bean bag on their head or a tennis ball on their bent knee. Alternatively, ask students to balance while standing in different poses, such as on one leg or one hand and one leg. Use a timer to see how long students can hold poses or invite all the students to count as a student completes a balancing challenge.