Crabs and Scorpions
Dynamic warm-up game where students move as crabs while avoiding scorpion taggers
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up game where students move as crabs while avoiding scorpion taggers
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
No Equipment
Weather
All Weather
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