CRICKET Spelling Challenge
Teams earn letters by successful batting and bowling to spell CRICKET first
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About This Activity
Teams earn letters by successful batting and bowling to spell CRICKET first
Quick Info
moderate
20
40m x 30m for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Cricket Wickets
1 per group (5-8 total)
Cricket Bats
1-2 per group
Tennis Balls
2 per group plus spares
Letter tracking boards
1 per group
Cricket Equipment
As needed
Scoring Boards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Cricket
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Competitive Learning
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Skills
Game Sense
Team Play
Decision Making
Batting
Bowling
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Competition
Moderate Competition
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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