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Photo Trail Navigation

Students use photo clues showing partial views of school locations to navigate, find hidden control points, and record information, developing navigation and problem-solving skills.

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About This Activity

Students use photo clues showing partial views of school locations to navigate, find hidden control points, and record information, developing navigation and problem-solving skills.

Quick Info

moderate
20
Whole school grounds or designated outdoor area

Equipment Required

Pre-prepared photo cards

8-10 photos showing school locations

Control point markers

8-10 markers corresponding to photos

Answer recording sheets

1 per student

Writing materials

1 pencil per student

Cards

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Score Sheets

As needed

Net Materials

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Features

Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Decision Making

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Activity Type

Main Game

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation

Weather

All Weather

Space

Indoor/Outdoor