Shape Pathway Travel
Children travel along imaginary or marked shape pathways using various locomotor movements
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About This Activity
Children travel along imaginary or marked shape pathways using various locomotor movements
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 15m minimum for full class
Equipment Required
Cones or markers
20-30
Different coloured markers
3 sets
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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