Advanced Team Problem Solving Through Physical Challenges
•Year 6
•Outdoor Adventurous Activities
•Pre-sort into suits before lesson, ensure all cards are present
Alternative: Number cards 1-13, laminated number tiles
Position safely with adequate space around each bench
Alternative: Balance beams, wooden planks, chalk lines on ground
Available for differentiation support
Alternative: Paper and pencils, mini chalkboards
For timing challenges and creating urgency
Alternative: Phone timer, wall clock with second hand
Mark team areas and card placement zones
Alternative: Bean bags, rope circles, chalk marks
A planned approach or method for achieving a goal
Working together effectively to achieve a common goal
The clear sharing of ideas, both speaking and listening
Planning specific actions to overcome challenges
Guiding and supporting others to achieve team success
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Verbal communication skills, listening comprehension, giving clear instructions, collaborative discussion
Sequential ordering, number patterns, spatial awareness, logical problem-solving strategies
Problem-solving methodology, hypothesis testing, observation and evaluation skills
Teamwork and cooperation, leadership skills, resilience and perseverance, respecting others' contributions
Central position allowing 360-degree observation of all teams, move closer to bench activities during physical challenges
Communication patterns, leadership emergence, strategic thinking development, safety awareness
Step in when teams struggle with communication breakdown, provide strategic hints without solving problems, ensure safety during physical challenges
Demonstrate: Effective communication techniques, strategic thinking processes, positive encouragement methods, safe physical movement
Large indoor space (sports hall) or outdoor area minimum 20m x 15m with level surface
Non-slip, clean surface free from obstacles, check for wet patches or debris
Stop all activity immediately, assess injured student, provide appropriate first aid, send for additional help if needed
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