In every class the teacher finds that the children will vary considerably in their ability to perform. This is not the exception, but rather the general case.

The teacher should not expect all children to perform activities in the same manner or at the same level of skill. It is important to allow children plenty of freedom to change and vary from the task as presented. The many variations that normally occur should be accepted and recognized as having their own unique contribution.

Excerpted from the book "Teaching Developmental Gymnastics" by Garland O'Quinn, Jr.

Safety, caution, care and common sense should be exercised when performing all gymnastics activities. Any activity involving motion can result in injury. You as the teacher are solely responsible for the safety and well-being of your children.

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