Sunflower Parachute

Turn group movement into a shared challenge with the Sunflower Parachute, a large sunflower-shaped play parachute supplied with a ball. Its 3.5 m diameter gives a group a visible focus as they work together around the edge, lifting, lowering and adjusting the fabric to explore how their movements affect its shape and the ball.

The sunflower design provides a colourful centrepiece for a supervised activity session. Children can begin by holding their positions and making a small movement together, then watch how a ripple travels across the fabric. A slower action produces a different effect from a quicker one, creating opportunities to compare movement and sound without needing a complicated game.

Adding the included ball introduces another challenge. The group can try to keep it balanced on the surface, guide it towards a chosen area or bring it gently back towards the middle. Children need to watch the ball and each other, adjusting their hands as the fabric rises and falls. An adult can keep the task simple before trying a more demanding sequence.

The Sunflower Parachute is suitable for group activities with up to sixteen participants. Shared play creates natural reasons to listen for a signal, agree when to begin and explain what to change on the next attempt. The physical actions provide opportunities for arm movement, hand-eye coordination and timing, while the changing shape gives children something concrete to describe.

For schools, nurseries and clubs, it offers a resource for organised movement sessions and cooperative games. Families with an appropriate clear area can also use it for supervised group play. Plan enough room for the full parachute and the people around it, allowing unobstructed space for movement. ONE sunflower parachute and ONE ball are included, giving you a straightforward starting point for balancing and ripple games. The activity can be adapted by changing the pace or number of participants while keeping the parachute's intended use central.

How to Play

Arrange participants around the edge and practise a shared start and stop. Add the ball and aim to keep it on the fabric with controlled movements.

Activity Ideas

Try gentle ripples, a slow lift and lower, or guiding the ball towards a chosen side. Ask the group what they need to change if it moves too quickly.

Why Choose the Sunflower Parachute?

The sunflower shape, generous diameter and included ball provide a clear focus for cooperative movement and balancing games.

Perfect For

Supervised school, nursery, club and family group activities with sufficient clear space.

Product Features

Sunflower-shaped play parachute; included ball; shared lifting, lowering and balancing activities; suitable for up to 16 participants.

Specifications

Contents: ONE sunflower parachute and ONE ball. Parachute diameter: 3.5 m. Product code: L46-ED8EDSP/1.

Care and Use

Adult supervision required. Follow the supplied guidance and inspect the fabric before use. Do not use the parachute to lift or carry a person. Keep the surrounding area clear.