Space Invaders: Ball Control Mission
Ball bouncing control activity with imaginative space theme and obstacle avoidance
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About This Activity
Ball bouncing control activity with imaginative space theme and obstacle avoidance
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Medium balls
1 per student (minus space heroes)
Cones
20-25 for marking zones
Medicine Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Ball Skills
Activity Tags
Skills
Ball Control
Spatial Awareness
Dribbling
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Skill Progression
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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