Best Foot Forward ’s Post

Including my #blind children in activities is hilarious fun when we turn the tables and level the playing field… sort of! This is from our newest favorite holiday tradition: Reindeer Games Night. My kiddos & I invite a few of our best friends and their families to our home on Christmas Eve Eve for pizza and silly games that make for some legendary moments. My boys get such a kick out of all the whining from alllll the sighted people that have to put on blindfolds and scoop things into pans (shown here) or navigate things tied to their back that they cannot see! This year I realized we hang out with very competitive folks when they started asking the exact visual acuity and field of vision of Michael & Mitchell when they dominated a few games! Our family & friends completely understand the competitive edge that blindness gives my boys and others in many situations. And I’m certain they are all making their families practice the blindfold games to win next year! 🤣 Inclusion is not hard and yet it’s a challenge for so many people to understand. I look forward to working with so many of you in 2024 to change that… one goofy game & serious project at a time! Video Description: adults standing around a table trying to scoop colorful package bows into silver pans. All are blindfolded except Michael. #MerryChristmas #AccessibilityMatters #Blind #ThrivingBlind #Inclusion #DEIA

As a woman and mother, I’ve experienced barriers and already see them showing up in my 2-year-old daughter life. I strive daily to show her that anything is possible -by achieving my very own dreams. Shift & Play was born for this very reason. Our daughters and future generations deserve better. Let’s break these barriers and show them their dreams are limitless. What will you do to bridge this gap? #DreamGap #WomenEmpowerment #LimitlessPotential https://lnkd.in/e8gQtE6N

Ducky thinks everyone should have a care instruction by default (self reviewed regularly) EG Ducky needs to be caffeineted before work to start into the day. What instruction we should have about you Stephan Frederik Becker? Would you like to share (maybe even build with Lego?) your thoughts with the #Dailyconnectorduck? After building a different duck every day for a year as my #dailyduckschallenge, I‘ve started this new duck challenge that connects me everyday with a new topic and a new person: the #dailyconnectorduck. So would you like to connect Stephan Frederik Becker? #standwithukraine #legoseriousplay

Belated Easter fun and games Who says games are just for kids? At PRC Architecture & Planning Ltd Milton Keynes, we embraced our inner child and played some belated egg-cellent Easter team-building activities today. Our office Easter egg hunt, and Easter basket scoop were popular choices. And let's not forget about classics like bunny hop and Easter bowling. These games are the perfect way to get people away from their desks and engage in some valuable team bonding. Egg-cellent fun was had by all! #teambounding #teambuilding

Two days in a row (the algorithm is going to be very confused) but I was running this morning and it just hit me....... Have you ever looked out on the horizon and saw a storm coming your way? There is a change in the air. It feels different. It got colder, the sky got a color change. Even the smell is different. That is where I feel that Run Tri Bike is and it is because of the conversations and the community that I see forming all around us. Yesterday, on Instagram, Casey Sanders commented that we are the only brand that is keeping it real when it comes to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, even when Pride month ends. In addition to that comment, we received the following message from Marie Whitt PT, DPT: Run Tri Bike, they're all about their community- serving them, seeing them, and giving them a space to tell their story. Talk about inspirational! They manage to reflect each one of their readers, from all walks of life. Their dedication to inclusion and the every day runner is palpable. They're the real deal. We have built, and continue to build, a brand that is trusted. Our audience doesn't just follow us, they engage us, they connect with us and we foster those relationships. Our belief is that when our table is full, we build a bigger table and not kick people out. When you consider your marketing options, consider Run Tri Bike. Our audience trusts us and if we promote your brand they will inevitably trust you too. #marketingandadvertisting 📸: Topo Athletic LLC Specter and Lucid Motion Hat after a 30 minute run on June 4th

'Spaghetti and meatballs' game 🍝😍 A fun cooperative activity that can help to develop students' tracking 👀 and coordination 🏐 abilities in small groups.   Equipment: noodles, rubber ball (this one is from Walmart).   My suggested variations: 📌 Make the activity competitive: how many catches can they do in a given time limit as a group? 📌 Add challenge rules: ball is not allowed to touch the body when caught (give players 10 points and they lose a point if it does). 📌 Add music and get a rhythm going between players 🎶 📌 Ask students to add a walk/run up and down the playing area while catching (e.g. advancing towards and away from cone lines). 📌 Students make up their own noodle-ball games and teach these to others.   👉 What else can you think of as a variation? 💭 🎥 @HDPhysEd (Twitter/X)   #physed #physicaleducation #FMS #tracking #cooperation #coordination #learningisfun #inclusion #embodiedlearning #creativity

🎶 Baby, Come Back - A Vision for a Renewed Future! 🌟 Reflecting on the timeless lyrics of Player's Baby Come Back, we find a powerful metaphor for our collective aspiration toward a revitalized global society. This iconic song's longing for reconciliation resonates deeply as we strive to bring about a renaissance of better days. 🌍✨ Baby, come back, any kind of fool could see, There was something in everything about you. In our complex and interconnected world, unity and inclusivity become ever more apparent. Every culture, every individual, contributes something invaluable. Our challenge is to harness this diversity, fostering an environment where every voice is heard and valued. 🤝🌐 Baby, come back, you can blame it all on me, I was wrong, and I just can't live without you. I want you to know that acknowledging our past missteps is essential. By confronting our errors with humility, we lay the groundwork for transformative progress. This transparency and accountability can lead to innovative solutions and equitable growth, benefiting all corners of our global community. 🌱💡 In these times of unprecedented change, let us draw inspiration from the spirit of reconciliation and renewal embodied in Baby Come Back. As global leaders, we hold the power to steer our world toward a future marked by sustainability, empathy, and resilience. 💪❤️ Let’s commit to this shared vision, leveraging our collective strengths to overcome challenges and create lasting, positive impact. Together, we can usher in an era of renewed hope and prosperity for all. #GlobalLeadership #RenewedFuture #Innovation #Collaboration #USA #Sustainability #Empathy #Player #BabyComeBack

SHAPES is thrilled to announce our annual Summer Fit Kid 24, kicking off on June 3rd, 2024! 🏃♂️🎨 This summer, give your children an unforgettable experience filled with fun sports activities, engaging games, and so much more. Why register your kids for Fit Kid 24 at SHAPES this summer? Boost Physical Fitness: Our camp offers a variety of sports and fitness activities designed to keep kids active, healthy, and energized. - Develop Social Skills: Kids will make new friends and learn valuable teamwork and communication skills through group activities and games. - Enhance Creativity: With arts and crafts sessions, children can explore their creative side and express themselves in new and exciting ways. - Learn Healthy Habits: We emphasize the importance of a balanced lifestyle, teaching kids about nutrition and the benefits of staying active. - Build Confidence: Through challenges and achievements, kids will gain self-confidence and a sense of accomplishment. - Professional Guidance: Our experienced and certified trainers ensure a safe, supportive, and fun environment for all participants. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to give your kids a summer to remember! 🌞 Register now to secure a spot. #ShapesFitKidCamp #SummerFun #ActiveKids #HealthyHabits #CreativeGrowth

🍬 Team building with Candy Love! 🍬 Candy love is a team activity where participants talk about their life beyond work. At Classy Llama, with team Javelin, we recently tried out this fun game during our retrospective, and the results were nothing short of amazing. Here's how it went down: 1️⃣ We utilized an online tool to customize questions and create a spinning wheel. 2️⃣ Questions were inspired by the default Candy Love set, but feel free to tailor them to your team's vibe for maximum enjoyment. 3️⃣ Each team member took turns spinning the wheel and answering the questions. 4️⃣ Everyone participated by answering at least two questions. The outcome? Not only did we have a blast, but we also deepened our understanding of one another. With each game, bonds within our team grow stronger, paving the way for smoother collaboration and a more connected work environment. 🌟 What are the games you are playing with your team that are helping in creating connections? Let me know in the comments below! Special thanks to Jessica Weiand, Gabriel Galvão da Gama, André Felipe T. da Luz, and Laura Trejo Alba for making every game session unforgettable! 💪 #TeamBuilding #CandyLove #RemoteTeamFun #Retrospectives

Do kids get enough opportunities to learn through play? Nothing warms my heart more than seeing my daughters taking the initiative to set up their own sports activities in the garden. 🌟 Their creativity and independence are truly inspiring. Play is a powerful tool for learning and growth. It teaches teamwork, problem-solving, and resilience. Plus, it’s a great way to stay active and have fun! How do you encourage independent play and learning in your family or community? Share your tips and stories below! 👇 #Parenting #ActiveKids #LearningThroughPlay #FamilyTime