Deer and Foxes: Trail True or False

A two-line chase game where the teacher reads statements about how to behave outdoors. If it's true, the deer chase; if it's false, the foxes chase.

How to play

1. Joint mobility and an easy jog around the field (2 min).
2. Two facing lines one meter from the center line, deer and foxes, each with a safe zone 10 m behind them (1 min).
3. Rounds: true statement, deer chase foxes to their safe zone; false, the other way around. Each tag scores a point for the chasing team (5 min).
4. Final round with statements made up by students, and a quick class comment after each chase (2 min).

Rules

• Tag with a hand on the back or shoulder, no pushing.
• Slow down in the safe zone before the end of the field.
• Tagged students stay on their team; only the point counts.
• If you run the wrong way, stop and walk back.

Variations

Adaptations

• Deaf students: the teacher holds up a T or F card after each statement.
• Limited mobility: decides whether the statement is true or false and gives the go signal with a whistle or gesture.
• Students nervous about running: start closer to their safe zone.

Learning goals

• React quickly to a decision.
• Learn basic rules for respecting the outdoors.
• Raise intensity gradually.

Equipment for a class of 25

• cones: 12

Teacher tip

Good statements: 'Leave a gate the way you found it' (T), 'Fruit peels are fine to toss because they're natural' (F), 'Tell someone at home your route' (T). Common mistake: vague statements; keep them clear-cut.

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