Strategic Pen Challenge
Teams strategically place a marker pen as far as possible using human chains and leverage
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About This Activity
Teams strategically place a marker pen as far as possible using human chains and leverage
Quick Info
high
6
20m x 15m minimum for multiple teams
Equipment Required
Marker pens
6-8 pens
Measuring tape
2-3 tapes
Cones for marking
20-30 cones
Scoring materials
Clipboards and pens
Dish Cones
As needed
Measuring Tapes
As needed
Cones
As needed
Net Materials
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Team Play
Decision Making
Coordination
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Activity Type
Main Game
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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