Beanbag Buddy Reaction Game
A dynamic warm-up where students move around beanbags and must quickly find a different one when signalled
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About This Activity
A dynamic warm-up where students move around beanbags and must quickly find a different one when signalled
Quick Info
moderate
25
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Beanbags
1 per student (30 typical)
Whistle
1
Balls
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Agility
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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