Gymnastics

  • Β· If you could perform one gymnastics move perfectly, which one would you choose and why?

    Β· Imagine you're a gymnastics coach. What cool routines would you create for your gymnasts to perform?

    Β· What if you could design your own gymnastics leotard? What colors and sparkles would it have?

    Β· Suppose you could add a new piece of equipment to gymnastics, like a trampoline or a hoop. What would you add, and how would it be used?

    Β· What if you could be a gymnastics judge for a day? How would you score a fantastic routine?

    Β· Imagine you could be a gymnastics superhero with a special power. What power would it be, and how would it help you in your gymnastics routine?

    Β· What if you could invent a brand new gymnastics event for the Olympics? Describe what it would be like.

    Β· Suppose you could meet your favorite gymnastics athlete. What questions would you ask them about their training and competitions?

    Β· What if you had a magical beam to practice on? What kind of exciting moves and flips would you try?

    Β· Imagine you could perform a routine to any music you like. What song would you choose for your gymnastics performance?

    Β· What if you were a gymnastics coach for animals? Which animals would you train, and what tricks would they do?

    Β· Suppose you could compete in a gymnastics event at a famous landmark, like the Eiffel Tower. Where would you choose to perform your routine?

    Β· What if you had a talking gymnastics apparatus, like a talking balance beam? What advice do you think it would give you?

    Β· Imagine you could create a new gymnastics-themed ice cream flavor. What would it taste like, and what would it be called?

    Β· What if you could perform a routine in a different location, like in space or underwater? Where would you choose, and how would you adapt your routine?

    Β· Suppose you were the head of a gymnastics competition. What fun awards or medals would you give to the gymnasts?

    Β· What if you had a gymnastics-themed magic show? What tricks and illusions would you perform to wow the audience?

    Β· Imagine you could have a gymnastics pet as a mascot. What animal would it be, and what gymnastics tricks would it do to cheer for you?

    Β· What if you could create a gymnastics-themed video game? What challenges and obstacles would players face?

    Β· Suppose you were a gymnastics teacher for your friends. What skills and routines would you teach them, and how would you encourage them to do their best?

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Book recommendations

"Gymnastics Jitters" by Jake Maddox and Wednesday Kirwan

In this chapter book, young gymnast Sierra struggles with nervousness before her first gymnastics competition. With the help of her friends and coaches, Sierra learns to overcome her jitters and perform her best routine.

Gymnastics Fun (Strawberry Shortcake)" by MJ Illustrations

In this colorful book, Strawberry Shortcake and her friends explore the world of gymnastics. From practicing cartwheels to balancing on the balance beam, readers join in the fun as the characters learn new skills and build confidence.

"I Got This: To Gold and Beyond" by Laurie Hernandez

In this memoir for young readers, Olympic gold medalist Laurie Hernandez shares her journey from aspiring gymnast to champion. With honesty and humor, Laurie recounts the challenges and triumphs of her gymnastics career, inspiring young readers to pursue their dreams with determination and resilience.

"Gymnastics Girl Maya's Story: Becoming Brave (Go! Go! Sports Girls)" by Kara Douglass Thom and Pamela Seatter

In this empowering story, young gymnast Maya faces her fears and challenges as she trains for her first gymnastics competition. Through Maya's journey, readers learn about courage, perseverance, and the importance of believing in oneself.

"Izzy Barr, Running Star" by Claudia Mills

In this chapter book, Izzy Barr discovers her talent for running while training for the track team at school. However, when her mom signs her up for gymnastics classes, Izzy finds herself torn between her love for running and her newfound passion for gymnastics. Through Izzy's experiences, young readers learn about balancing interests, trying new things, and following one's passions.