Compass Direction Challenge
Students move quickly to marked compass points when directions are called out
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About This Activity
Students move quickly to marked compass points when directions are called out
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones or markers
8-12
Compass direction labels
8-12
Compass for reference
1
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Activity Type
Creative Expression
Warm Up
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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