Follow the Leader Pairs
Students work in pairs taking turns to lead and follow using different locomotion patterns
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About This Activity
Students work in pairs taking turns to lead and follow using different locomotion patterns
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary cones
8-12
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Equipment
Cones Required
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