Under and Over Noodle Partners
Partner activity where one student goes under noodle underwater while partner lifts it over their head
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Partner activity where one student goes under noodle underwater while partner lifts it over their head
Quick Info
moderate
20
Teaching area 15m x 10m minimum for travel patterns
Equipment Required
Pool noodles
1 per pair (15 for class of 30)
Swimming pool with shallow area
1
Foam Noodles
As needed
Swimming Pool
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Swimming
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Team Play
Body Control
Features
Inclusive
Interactive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
No Equipment
Simple Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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