Pirates and Gold
Pirates must dodge past sailors to collect treasure using direction changes and evasion skills
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About This Activity
Pirates must dodge past sailors to collect treasure using direction changes and evasion skills
Quick Info
high
24
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12 for treasure plus boundary markers
Cones for treasure
15-20
Boundary Markers
8-10
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Moderate Competition
Space
Large Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Running
Dodging
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
High Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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