Protect the Tail
Three students form a protective circle around a teammate with a tail while a fourth tries to grab it
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About This Activity
Three students form a protective circle around a teammate with a tail while a fourth tries to grab it
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Tails/Tags
8 (2 per group of 4)
Cones
8 (1 per group)
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Invasion Games
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Team Play
Agility
Coordination
Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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