Compass Points Navigation Game
Dynamic warm-up game where students move quickly to compass direction markers when called
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up game where students move quickly to compass direction markers when called
Quick Info
moderate
25
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones (8 different colours if possible)
8
Compass direction labels
As needed
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
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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