Dead Fish Target Game
A fun warm-up game where teams take turns being 'sleeping fish' while the other team gently serves balls to wake them up
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About This Activity
A fun warm-up game where teams take turns being 'sleeping fish' while the other team gently serves balls to wake them up
Quick Info
moderate
20
10m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Foam Balls
15-20
Boundary Markers
4-6
Scoreboard
1
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
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