For kids you want to do exercises that are not only fun, but that also build up coordination and nerve pathways. All of these exercises are old standbys that we sometimes forget about.
Simon Says – works listening skills, visual skills, and balance.
Paddy Cake – anything that works the arms and legs across the body builds up neural pathways and will increase coordination in the future. Patterning is also great for memory. Clapping their hands to the beat of the music is also a great exercise.
Cats – on your hands and knees, stretch the back up (like a cat), and then sink the stomach down like an old horse. This puts motion throughout the spine.
Airplane – standing, have them stand with one foot in front of them and slightly off the floor – hold this for a count of 5. Then move the foot to the back for a count of 5, then lower yourself horizontal like an airplane. This works balance and all of your core muscles.
Somersaults – this works balance, and teaches them control over their different muscles. It uses muscles in succession.
Conga Line – this works rhythm, balance, and coordination.