Rainbow Riders
Episode 3
17:35Girls 4-6 - Beginner
The Golden Griffin
Yellow • Guard the Gate
The Golden Griffin guards her nest—your Rider learns a strong guard stance and side-slide.
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- Character
- The Golden Griffin
- Color
- Yellow
- Skill
- Guard
- Badge
- I CAN GUARD!
- Gear
- Nest gate
What She'll Practice
Core skillGuard
SecondaryLateral movement / defensive slide
Sport linkBasketball defense / Tennis baseline
Movement cueSide slide!
A strong defensive stance transfers across sports and playground games.
Get Ready
EquipmentTwo pillows/toys as “gate” + soft toy/rolled sock
SpaceClear lane (about 6 steps)
SafetyStay low; take small steps; don’t cross feet.
Main Challenge
ChallengeGriffin Guards
Target15
How to playSet two “gates” 6 steps apart; side-slide to touch each with the closest hand.
After the Episode
Reinforce the skill once the video ends.
Keep Playing
Goalie!
SetupSit on the floor across from your Rider with a soft toy or small ball.
How to playRoll the object to the left and right. Your Rider slides side-to-side to block it without crossing their feet. Keep knees bent, stay low and wide, and try 10 rolls. Mix in fakes.
Make it harderSet up two cushions as goals on each side. The object has to get past your Rider to score.
Companion Materials
Episode 3 Card
Episode Card · Download the card for this episode.
Series guide available in My Account when unlocked.
Progress / Reward
Coloring page • yellow stripe • creature card