Banana Tag
A cooperative tag game where students help unfreeze each other by 'peeling' their arms
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About This Activity
A cooperative tag game where students help unfreeze each other by 'peeling' their arms
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary Markers
8-12
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Skills
Speed
Team Play
Agility
Weather
All Weather
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