Ghost Boundaries Game
Children hit balls over net aiming for 'in' bounds, become helpful 'ghosts' when hitting 'out'
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Children hit balls over net aiming for 'in' bounds, become helpful 'ghosts' when hitting 'out'
Quick Info
moderate
12
15m x 8m per court
Equipment Required
Tennis balls or foam balls
6-8 per court
Net or barrier
1 per court
Boundary Markers
8-10 per court
Racquets (optional)
1 per child
Tennis Balls
As needed
Barriers
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Racquets
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Sending and Receiving
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Game Sense
Coordination
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Racquets Required
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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