Tactical Noughts and Crosses Challenge
Active noughts and crosses game where students run to place markers while developing tactical thinking and planning skills
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About This Activity
Active noughts and crosses game where students run to place markers while developing tactical thinking and planning skills
Quick Info
moderate
16
15m x 20m for multiple grids
Equipment Required
Grid Markers/Cones
45 (9 per grid x 5 grids)
Team markers
50 (5 per team x 10 teams)
Markers Cones
As needed
Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Skills
Strategy
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Team Play
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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