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Animal Commands Game

A 'Simon Says' style game where students respond to animal movement commands only when they hear the trigger phrase

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About This Activity

A 'Simon Says' style game where students respond to animal movement commands only when they hear the trigger phrase

Quick Info

moderate
25
15m x 15m minimum

Equipment Required

Boundary markers (optional)

8-10

Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Dance

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Fun

Skills

Reaction Time
Body Control
Coordination

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather