Collecting the Coal Strategic Planning Game
Teams maintain train formation while strategically collecting scattered equipment with different point values
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About This Activity
Teams maintain train formation while strategically collecting scattered equipment with different point values
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m x 20m minimum for full activity
Equipment Required
Beanbags
15-20
Cones
10-15
Hoops
1 per participant for train formation
Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Weather
All Weather
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