Musical Instructions Game
Children follow movement commands called out by teacher while music plays, developing listening skills and spatial awareness
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Children follow movement commands called out by teacher while music plays, developing listening skills and spatial awareness
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Music player/speaker
1
Boundary cones
8-12
Music Player
As needed
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Body Control
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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