Direction Explorer with Shape Statues
Students explore different travelling directions and freeze into body shapes on command
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About This Activity
Students explore different travelling directions and freeze into body shapes on command
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 10m minimum
Suitable For
Reception
Suitable Sports
Intro to PE
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Equipment
No Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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