Story Without Words
Teacher demonstrates emotions and scenarios through body language while students guess the story being told
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About This Activity
Teacher demonstrates emotions and scenarios through body language while students guess the story being told
Quick Info
moderate
20
6m x 4m minimum
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Equipment
No Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skills
Catching
Body Control
Decision Making
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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