Direction Command Listening Game
Children move in different directions responding to verbal commands to develop listening skills and spatial awareness
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About This Activity
Children move in different directions responding to verbal commands to develop listening skills and spatial awareness
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Whistle
1
Boundary Markers
4-8
Whistles
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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