Emotional Expression Tag
A dynamic tag game where students freeze in poses showing different emotions and others guess through body language
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About This Activity
A dynamic tag game where students freeze in poses showing different emotions and others guess through body language
Quick Info
moderate
25
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary markers/cones
8-12
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Body Control
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Values
Empathy
Communication
Cooperation
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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