Astronaut Discovery Exploration
Individual exploration activity developing expressive movement and spatial awareness
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About This Activity
Individual exploration activity developing expressive movement and spatial awareness
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum for full exploration
Equipment Required
Planet and space images
8-12 diverse images
Boundary Markers
8-10 cones or markers
Space Images
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Creating Space
Body Control
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Self Assessment
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Creative Expression
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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