Follow the Leader Direction Changes
Partner activity where one child leads with direction changes while the other follows and copies
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About This Activity
Partner activity where one child leads with direction changes while the other follows and copies
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary Markers
4
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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