Child holds railing and teacher's hand Child walks down stairs to teacher

At stairs Follow actions in lyrics

Child with noodle around back, under arms Child kicks propulsively with face in water, looking down One at a time

Watch for bubbles and proper head position while kicking. Physically manipulate legs to practice proper kicking motion.

Hands in front, arms straight but not over-extended Kick on front through hoop

Always have child start by reaching hands forward. Watch for correct hand placement (pencil - hands in front OR "i" - hands on top of legs/thighs) and straight arms to encourage proper body position.

Hands in front, arms straight but not over-extended Kick on front

Start with shoulders in water so child pushes forward and does not "fall" in water. Watch for correct hand and arm placement (hands in front, arms straight but not over-extended) to encourage proper body position. If using a small dive ring, be sure arms are straight and reaching forward.

Use flippers to strengthen kick.

Climb up to top Sit & tip into water or jump in One at a time

Child pushes off on front and kicks through tower One at a time

Jump in from edge One at a time

Child stands in center of mat and balances while teacher turns mat in circle One at a time

Child holds railing and/or teacher's hand as necessary Child walks up stairs to exit pool