Numbers Game - Quick Grouping Challenge
Students move around freely then quickly form groups of called numbers, promoting inclusion and quick thinking
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Students move around freely then quickly form groups of called numbers, promoting inclusion and quick thinking
Quick Info
8 mins
moderate
20
10m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Boundary Markers
8-12
Number cards
1 set (1-10)
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Striking & Fielding
Ball Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Group Work
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Team Play
Decision Making
Coordination
Activity Type
Warm Up
Transition Activity
Weather
All Weather
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