Tightrope Treasure Hunter
Children walk along lines like tightrope walkers while carefully picking up 'treasure' objects placed beside the lines
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About This Activity
Children walk along lines like tightrope walkers while carefully picking up 'treasure' objects placed beside the lines
Quick Info
moderate
16
15m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Lines/ropes
6-8 (2-3 metres each)
Treasure objects
6-8 per round
Rope
As needed
Mixed Objects
As needed
Suitable For
Nursery
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Skill Progression
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Balance
Body Control
Coordination
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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