Ball Detective Warm-Up
Students develop ball tracking skills and ready positions through detective-themed movement activities
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About This Activity
Students develop ball tracking skills and ready positions through detective-themed movement activities
Quick Info
moderate
20
12m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Demonstration ball
1
Boundary cones
4-8
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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