Whack-a-Mole Target Reaction
Students sit in centre of mat and quickly touch coloured cones when called out
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About This Activity
Students sit in centre of mat and quickly touch coloured cones when called out
Quick Info
moderate
20
12m x 8m minimum for class of 30
Equipment Required
Individual mats
1 per student or 1 between 2 (15-30)
Coloured Cones
4 per mat (120 total) - red, blue, green, yellow
Mats
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Manipulation & Coordination
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Group Work
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Fun
Skills
Reaction Time
Agility
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
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