Fishes Grouping Game
Students jog around like fish and quickly form groups based on numbers called out
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About This Activity
Students jog around like fish and quickly form groups based on numbers called out
Quick Info
8 mins
moderate
20
15m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary Markers
4-8
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Reaction Time
Team Play
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
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