Space and Safety Crossing Challenge
Students experience different levels of space congestion by crossing a square area simultaneously, learning to assess safe spacing and progressive difficulty through controlled experimentation
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Students experience different levels of space congestion by crossing a square area simultaneously, learning to assess safe spacing and progressive difficulty through controlled experimentation
Quick Info
moderate
24
Initial 15m × 15m expanding to 20m × 20m (minimum); larger space allows bigger squares for more dramatic effect
Equipment Required
Cones
4 corner cones minimum; 8 optimal to show before/after setup
Tape measure or marked distance reference
1 (for measuring expansion)
Tape Measure
As needed
Suitable For
Year 8
Suitable Sports
Leadership
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
Values
Responsibility
Cooperation
Respect
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