Compositional Idea Exploration Stations
Partner-based exploration of five key compositional ideas using card prompts and movement challenges
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About This Activity
Partner-based exploration of five key compositional ideas using card prompts and movement challenges
Quick Info
12 mins
moderate
20
12m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Gymnastics Mats
8-10 mats
Compositional idea cards
1 set (5 different cards)
Cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Creating Space
Team Play
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
Indoor Only
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