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Use the counting sequence of ones flexibly
Count forwards to at least 30 and state the number after or before a given number, without needing to count from one
Count backwards from a given number 20 or less
Equipment
Equipment
A playing area big enough for the circles of players
1 ball per group of students
Activity set-up
Activity set-up
Form small groups.
Players stand in a circle with interceptor in the middle.
How to play
How to play
Players in a circle throw a ball to other players in the circle. An interceptor inside the circle tries to intercept the ball. Only the interceptor can move.
Players on the circle can’t move.
Teacher calls out a starting number and the chosen content focus, eg. count forwards by 1 starting at 1.
Players throw the ball to each other.
Each time a player catches the ball, they call out the next number in the pattern.
If the ball is intercepted, the thrower changes places with the interceptor, or change after 4 throws.
Variations
Variations
Give students a starting number to count on from
Change the way the ball travels. e.g. kick, bounce pass.
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