Squirrels Collecting Game
Teams compete to collect balls/bean bags from a central area using throwing and catching skills in relay format
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About This Activity
Teams compete to collect balls/bean bags from a central area using throwing and catching skills in relay format
Quick Info
8 mins
high
25
20m x 20m minimum
Equipment Required
Balls (various sizes)
25-30
Bean bags
15-20
Hoops
6-8
Cones
4-6
Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Rounders
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Outdoor
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Throwing
Team Play
Catching
Agility
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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