Symbol Station Dash
Students quickly move to equipment stations based on symbols shown by teacher
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About This Activity
Students quickly move to equipment stations based on symbols shown by teacher
Quick Info
moderate
20
20m x 20m optimal
Equipment Required
Four different types of PE equipment
5-10 of each type
Large symbol cards
1 set of 4
Cones or markers
4
PE Equipment
As needed
Large Symbol Card
As needed
Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Differentiation
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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