Ordnance Survey Symbol Bingo
Teams race to identify OS symbols around the area and match them to definitions on bingo cards
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About This Activity
Teams race to identify OS symbols around the area and match them to definitions on bingo cards
Quick Info
moderate
24
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Laminated OS symbol cards
20-25
Bingo cards with definitions
1 per group (6-8 cards)
Pencils or pens
1 per group
Markers for numbering
20-25
Cards
As needed
Pencils
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Game Sense
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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