Four Corners
Four corners: students run to one of four corners while a counter has their eyes closed; the counter calls a corner and those students do a fun challenge.
How to play
- Mark four numbered corners.
- The counter closes their eyes and counts to 10 while students move to a corner.
- The counter calls a corner number.
- Students in that corner do a quick challenge and rejoin.
Rules
- Be in a corner when the count ends.
- No pushing.
Variations
Easier
Walking.
Standard
Running.
Harder
Two corners called.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: counter.
- Very inclusive.
Learning goals
- Develop reaction.
- Have fun.
PatioLab has "Four Corners" and 599 more activities ready to drag into your lesson and run from your phone in the gym.
More main activities for Elementary
Accuracy Circuit with Cloth Targets
Accuracy circuit with cloth targets on the floor and wall, scoring points by zone.
Adapted Beach Handball
Adapted beach handball: no dribbling, double points for spectacular goals (spin or jump shot), with a soft ball.
Adapted Volleyball
Volleyball adapted for upper elementary: soft ball, lower net and the option to catch and throw on the first touch so rallies last longer.
Aerobics Stations
Aerobics stations: different aerobic exercises at each station, set to music, to build endurance.
Agility Ladder Circuit
Agility ladder circuit: footwork patterns on an agility ladder.
Animal Kingdom Circuit
Animal kingdom circuit: each station is an animal and students move like it, working the whole body.