Back-to-Back Drawing Challenge
Partners sit back-to-back and describe drawings to each other using precise verbal communication
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About This Activity
Partners sit back-to-back and describe drawings to each other using precise verbal communication
Quick Info
low
30
Standard classroom or hall with floor space for pairs to sit 2-3 metres apart
Equipment Required
A4 paper
2 sheets per pair
Pens or pencils
1 per student
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Skills
Creating Space
Team Play
Decision Making
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Creative Expression
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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