Traffic Light Movement Game
Children move around space responding to coloured cone signals with different movement actions
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About This Activity
Children move around space responding to coloured cone signals with different movement actions
Quick Info
moderate
15
10m x 10m minimum
Equipment Required
Coloured cones or cards
3 (red, orange, green)
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Agility
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Equipment
No Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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