Rats and Ravens
High-energy partner tagging game where students must react quickly to their team name being called and sprint to safety before being tagged
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About This Activity
High-energy partner tagging game where students must react quickly to their team name being called and sprint to safety before being tagged
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 30m minimum (15m running distance plus 5m safe zones)
Equipment Required
Large cones
8-12 (to mark starting lines and safe zones)
Whistle
1 (optional for stopping game)
Dish Cones
As needed
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Skills
Reaction Time
Speed
Body Control
Agility
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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