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Code Breakers Pattern Challenge

Teams work together to recreate hidden cone patterns using only non-verbal communication from their leader

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About This Activity

Teams work together to recreate hidden cone patterns using only non-verbal communication from their leader

Quick Info

moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum for four stations

Equipment Required

PE benches (turned over)

4

Cones

32-40 (8-10 per station)

Pattern reference cards

12-16 different patterns

Benches

As needed

Cards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation

Weather

All Weather