Fishes Grouping and Floating Game
Students swim freely as fish, then form groups and create star floats when numbers are called
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About This Activity
Students swim freely as fish, then form groups and create star floats when numbers are called
Quick Info
moderate
20
Swimming pool area suitable for group size
Equipment Required
Pool noodles
Available for support (not essential)
Foam Noodles
As needed
Boundary Markers
8-12
Whistle
1
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Body Control
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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