Body Parts Command Game
A listening and movement game where students travel around and touch different body parts to the ground on command
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About This Activity
A listening and movement game where students travel around and touch different body parts to the ground on command
Quick Info
moderate
25
12m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Music Player
1
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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