Ice and Sun Movement Game
Dynamic warm-up game where students freeze like statues on 'ice' signal and move on 'sun' signal
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up game where students freeze like statues on 'ice' signal and move on 'sun' signal
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Obstacles (mats/cones/markers)
8-15
Blue signal object
1
Yellow signal object
1
Obstacles
As needed
Mixed Objects
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Differentiation
Skills
Reaction Time
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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