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Lesson 5 - Teamwork and Shape Patterns

Cooperative Movement Challenges

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Reception

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Outdoor Adventurous Activities

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45 min

Big Question

How can we use our imagination and teamwork to create amazing patterns together?

Learning Objectives

To work cooperatively with others to create patterns and shapes
To develop imagination through movement and mime activities
To recognise, collect and organise coloured items as a team

Key Outcomes

Students will demonstrate imaginative movement in their own space
Students will work effectively as part of a team to collect and organise equipment
Students will create various shapes and patterns using coloured equipment cooperatively

Equipment & Resources Required

Coloured Cones

30 (6 colours x 5 each)

Scatter around activity area, ensuring at least 10 items per group colour

Alternative: Coloured bean bags, throw down spots, coloured bands

Hoops

6 (one per group)

Place around perimeter of activity area as team collection points

Alternative: Chalk circles, rope circles, marked zones

Balls

30 (mixed colours)

Mix with cones throughout activity area

Alternative: Small balls, blocks, colour cards

Spots

30 (mixed colours)

Supplement other coloured equipment if needed

Alternative: Laminated colour cards, fabric squares

Key Vocabulary

Imagination

Using your mind to create pictures and ideas that aren't really there

Cooperation

Working together with others to achieve something

Pattern

A design that repeats or follows a special arrangement

Shape

The outline or form of something like a circle, square or triangle

Mime

Acting out actions without making sounds, using only your body

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic spatial awareness and personal space understanding
Recognition of basic shapes (circle, square, line)
Experience of working alongside others in activities

Current Skills

Imaginative movement and mime skills
Team cooperation and turn-taking
Shape creation using equipment cooperatively

Next Steps

Complex pattern making with multiple colours
Leading team activities independently
Problem-solving challenges requiring greater cooperation

Milestone Indicators

Uses imagination confidently in movement activities

Takes turns willingly and encourages teammates

Contributes ideas for shape and pattern creation

Key Teaching Points

Cooperation means sharing ideas, taking turns, and helping each other succeed
Every team member's contribution is valuable and important
Disagreements can be solved by listening to each other and finding compromises
Imagination helps us create and pretend, making activities more fun and engaging
Working together as a team helps us achieve more than working alone
Being kind and encouraging helps everyone feel included and confident
Following team rules and taking turns helps activities run smoothly and fairly

Common Misconceptions

Cooperation means always agreeing - correct by teaching negotiation and compromise skills
Faster teams are better - emphasise quality teamwork over speed
Some students can't contribute - highlight different ways to help and participate
Arguments mean failure - teach that working through disagreements is part of cooperation
Perfect shapes are most important - focus on teamwork process over final product

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter activity bursts, clear boundaries, frequent positive reinforcement, movement breaks

dyspraxia

Simplified movements, extra processing time, physical guidance for equipment placement

autism spectrum

Clear routines and expectations, visual team rules, quiet reflection spaces available

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured equipment, provide tactile shape templates, buddy system for navigation

hearing impairment

Use clear visual demonstrations, hand signals for instructions, visual team organisation charts

physical disability

Adapted equipment sizes, seated participation options, modified movement requirements

Cross-Curricular Links

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Move between teams during activities, position centrally during whole-class instructions

Observation Focus

Watch for turn-taking, inclusive behaviour, safe movement, and creative problem-solving

Intervention Points

Step in if teams struggle with organisation, conflicts arise, or safety concerns develop

Demonstration Notes

Model teamwork behaviours clearly, show cooperation in action, demonstrate safe equipment handling

Verbal Cues

•'One person collecting, others waiting'
•'Share your ideas with your team'
•'Help each other make it work'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Minimum 15m x 20m clear space for 30 students, with perimeter area for team hoops

Surface Check

Dry, non-slip surface clear of obstacles, adequate space between team areas

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check cones have no sharp edges or cracks
•Ensure bean bags are intact with no loose filling
•Verify hoops are appropriate size and undamaged

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during collection activities
•Tripping over scattered equipment
•Falls during hopping extension activities
•Disagreements escalating during team activities

Risk Mitigation

•Establish clear walking pace and movement rules
•Ensure adequate spacing between teams throughout
•Monitor hopping activities for safe technique
•Provide adult support for teams struggling with cooperation

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for visibility of all teams during collection activities
•Move between teams during shape creation to support collaboration
•Monitor equipment areas for safe placement and collection

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately if conflicts arise, provide calm mediation and restart with clearer expectations