Not in My Back Garden
High-energy team game where students throw equipment into opponent's area to keep their own garden tidy
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About This Activity
High-energy team game where students throw equipment into opponent's area to keep their own garden tidy
Quick Info
high
20
15m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Soft throwing equipment (bean bags, foam balls, quoits)
30-40 mixed items
Cones or markers
6-8
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Throwing
Catching
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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