Foxes and Farmers
Fast-paced chasing game where farmers try to pull fox tails before they reach safety
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About This Activity
Fast-paced chasing game where farmers try to pull fox tails before they reach safety
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Bibs or tags
15 (half the class)
Marker cones
6-8
Bibs
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Reaction Time
Speed
Agility
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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