Newspaper Object Transport Challenge
Partners hold newspaper between them and transport various objects while maintaining balance and cooperation
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About This Activity
Partners hold newspaper between them and transport various objects while maintaining balance and cooperation
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 20m for optimal movement pathways
Equipment Required
Newspaper sheets
1 per pair (15 sheets for 30 students)
Bean bags
15-30
Small Balls
15
Large Soft Balls
15
Cones or markers
15 (1 per pair)
Score Sheets
As needed
Balls
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Skills
Team Play
Balance
Catching
Body Control
Coordination
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Values
Responsibility
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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