Whack-a-Mole Memory Challenge
Children follow increasingly complex colour and movement sequences using cone targets
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About This Activity
Children follow increasingly complex colour and movement sequences using cone targets
Quick Info
moderate
16
12m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Coloured Cones
4 per child (120 total for class of 30)
Tennis balls (extension)
1 per setup
Tennis Balls
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Reaction Time
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Coordination
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Cognitive Challenge
Differentiation
Problem Solving
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Responsibility
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Skill Game
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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