Mirror Work - Asymmetrical Shapes
Cool-down partner activity where one partner creates asymmetrical shapes and the other mirrors them exactly, developing body awareness and shape recognition
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About This Activity
Cool-down partner activity where one partner creates asymmetrical shapes and the other mirrors them exactly, developing body awareness and shape recognition
Quick Info
low
24
12m x 12m minimum for class of 24
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 7
Year 5
Year 9
Year 4
Year 6
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Dance
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Balance
Body Control
Activity Type
Cool Down
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Equipment
No Equipment
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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