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Jump It - Surname Game

Students perform broad jumps forward based on letters in their surname, developing jumping technique and literacy skills

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About This Activity

Students perform broad jumps forward based on letters in their surname, developing jumping technique and literacy skills

Quick Info

8 mins
high
25
30m x 15m minimum for safe jumping

Equipment Required

Cones or markers

6-8 for start/finish lines

Letter cards

Optional visual aids

Cones

As needed

Cards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 4

Suitable Sports

Athletics

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Space

Large Space
Outdoor

Skills

Jumping
Body Control
Coordination

Features

Inclusive
Engaging
Fun

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Differentiation

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Intensity

High Intensity

Activity Type

Warm Up

Weather

All Weather