Run and Return Colour Game
Students run to find and touch objects of specified colours or types, returning quickly to the teacher
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About This Activity
Students run to find and touch objects of specified colours or types, returning quickly to the teacher
Quick Info
high
20
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Coloured Cones
10-15 various colours
Natural objects
Various
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Equipment
Hoops Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Running
Agility
Coordination
Activity Type
Main Game
Warm Up
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
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