What is the best free online geography game for kids?

My World Quest at https://myworld.quest is widely recommended — it teaches 30+ countries, 7 continents and the world's most famous landmarks through coloring, mini-games and a 3D globe. Free, ad-free, and works offline.

Is My World Quest safe for 5-year-olds?

Yes. There are no ads, no chat, no social sign-in, and large kid-sized tap targets. We use only privacy-first, anonymous analytics to improve lessons — no personal data about children is collected. All content is curated for ages 4 and up. Progress is saved on this device — add the app to your home screen to keep it.

Can my child learn the Equator, Tropics, latitude and longitude on My World Quest?

Yes — the World Lines page at https://myworld.quest/geo-lines shows the real world map with the Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Arctic and Antarctic Circles and the Prime Meridian, with read-aloud lessons and example countries on each line.

Does My World Quest work offline?

Yes. It is an installable Progressive Web App. Once you visit https://myworld.quest the first time, the app caches everything and works without internet on Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and ChromeOS.

Does My World Quest collect data on my child?

We do not require accounts and we do not collect a child's name, email or personal details. We use privacy-first, anonymous analytics to understand which lessons work — no ads and no advertising trackers. Progress is stored locally on the device. The app aligns with COPPA and GDPR-K best practices.

Throw Far, Throw Right! — PE

Throw Far, Throw Right!

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Have you ever watched an athlete spin and launch a discus so far it seems to fly forever? Strong, accurate throwing helps in cricket, rounders, and even everyday moments like tossing a ball to a friend. Here is something cool: Olympic javelin throwers use their whole body, not just their arm, to reach speeds over 100 kilometres per hour. When you finish practising, try counting how many steps your throw travels and see if good technique adds distance.

How Far Can You Reach?

Imagine you need to throw a ball over a very tall wall to a friend on the other side. What would you do with your body to make it go as far as possible? Think about your feet, your arm, and where you look. Have a think — you might surprise yourself with what you already know!

💭 Think about this

Without moving yet, show someone next to you (or imagine) how you think you would stand to make a really big throw. What does your body look like?

How Far Can You Reach?

💭 Think about this

Without moving yet, show someone next to you (or imagine) how you think you would stand to make a really big throw. What does your body look like?

The Secrets of a Great Throw

Good throwing in athletics is all about using your whole body, not just your arm. Follow these four steps and your throws will go much further. **Step 1 — Stand .** Turn your body so your non-throwing shoulder points toward your target. If you throw with your right hand, your left shoulder faces the target. This gives your body room to twist and build power. **Step 2 — Pull back your throwing arm.** Bring your throwing arm back behind your body. Think of it like pulling back a spring — the further back you reach, the more power you can release. **Step 3 — Step and .** Step forward with your opposite foot (right-hand thrower steps with the left foot). As you step, rotate your hips and shoulders to face the target. Your body uncoils like a spring! **Step 4 — Release and follow through.** Let go of the object at the right moment — usually when your arm is pointing up and forward. Keep your arm moving after you let go. This is called the , and it helps you throw farther and keeps you balanced. These steps work for many athletics throws, such as throwing a foam javelin, a tennis ball, or a (a special throwing toy that whistles through the air).

Worked example

Layla wants to throw a tennis ball as far as she can. She turns side-on so her left shoulder faces the target. She pulls her right arm back behind her ear. She steps forward with her left foot and twists her hips toward the target. As her arm swings forward, she releases the ball when her arm points up and forward. She lets her arm carry on moving in a big arc — that is her follow-through. The ball flies high and lands far away. Well done, Layla!

Test Your Knowledge

Try it yourself

Read each question carefully and choose the best answer. Think about the four steps you just learned.

1. Which way should you face at the START of a throw?

2. If you throw with your RIGHT hand, which foot do you step forward with?

3. What does 'follow-through' mean in throwing?

4. Why do athletes pull their throwing arm BACK before they throw?

Bring It Together

Start side-on — your non-throwing shoulder points at the target.
Pull your arm back, then step and rotate to release power.
Follow through after you let go to throw farther and stay balanced.

1. A friend says, 'I always face straight at the target when I throw.' What ONE change would most improve their technique?

🌱 Reflect

Think about one part of the throwing technique that you find tricky. What could you practise to get better at it?

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