Compass Directions Movement Game
Students move quickly to compass direction markers around the playing area when directions are called out
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About This Activity
Students move quickly to compass direction markers around the playing area when directions are called out
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones or markers
8
Compass for reference
1
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Decision Making
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Weather
All Weather
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