Cone Counting Pace Challenge
Partner activity where students learn sustainable pacing through cone counting and target setting
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About This Activity
Partner activity where students learn sustainable pacing through cone counting and target setting
Quick Info
high
20
30m x 30m for circular track
Equipment Required
Marker cones
12-15
Stopwatches
1 per pair
Recording sheets
1 per pair
Dish Cones
As needed
Stopwatch
As needed
Score Sheets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Progressive Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Team Play
Passing
Endurance
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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