Practical Scrabble Challenge
Teams work together to create high-scoring words using scattered letter tiles under time pressure
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About This Activity
Teams work together to create high-scoring words using scattered letter tiles under time pressure
Quick Info
moderate
24
8m x 6m minimum
Equipment Required
Scrabble letter sets
3-4 complete sets (300+ letters)
Score Sheets
6-8 sheets
Pencils/pens
2 per team
Timer
1 visible timer
Stump Sets
As needed
Pencils
As needed
Suitable For
Year 9
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Skills
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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