Cone Wars
Partners face each other trying to hit opponent's cones with direct throws to collect them
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About This Activity
Partners face each other trying to hit opponent's cones with direct throws to collect them
Quick Info
moderate
20
25m x 20m
Equipment Required
Plastic Cones
6 per pair (36 total for class of 24)
Throwing Balls
1-2 per pair
Boundary Markers
8-12
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Competitive Learning
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Game Sense
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Fair Play
Sportsmanship
Features
Engaging
Fun
Challenging
Competition
Moderate Competition
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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