Colour Cone Decision Makers
A dynamic warm-up where students make quick decisions to find matching coloured cones and practice accurate throwing
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About This Activity
A dynamic warm-up where students make quick decisions to find matching coloured cones and practice accurate throwing
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Coloured Cones
30 (10 each of 3 colours)
Tennis Balls
1 per student
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Throwing
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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