Aquatic Treasure Hunt
Students collect floating and sinking objects from the pool while practicing swimming technique
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About This Activity
Students collect floating and sinking objects from the pool while practicing swimming technique
Quick Info
moderate
12
10m x 6m teaching area
Equipment Required
Foam Balls
20-30
Sinking objects
10-15
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Group Work
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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