Mirror Image Partners
Partners take turns leading and following movements as if looking in a mirror
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About This Activity
Partners take turns leading and following movements as if looking in a mirror
Quick Info
moderate
20
12m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Music system (optional)
1
Boundary Markers
4-8
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Creative Expression
Warm Up
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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