Cross the River Problem Solving

Teams choose equipment and strategies to transport all members across a marked danger zone without touching the ground

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Teams choose equipment and strategies to transport all members across a marked danger zone without touching the ground

Quick Info

high

15m x 8m minimum for river crossing

Equipment Required

Gymnastic benches

6-8 benches

Gymnastic mats

10-12 mats

Boundary cones

8-10 cones

Stopwatch

Gymnastics Benches

As needed

Gymnastics Mats

As needed

Dish Cones

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 4

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Skills

Strategy

Team Play

Decision Making

Agility

Coordination

Space

Indoor

Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Inclusive

Engaging

Challenging

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning

Problem Solving

Activity Type

Main Game

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork

Communication

Cooperation

Intensity

High Intensity

Weather

All Weather