Speed Traffic Light Game
Reaction game in which the color of cone the teacher holds up tells students to sprint, slow down or go back.
How to play
- Students line up on one side of the field.
- The teacher holds up a cone: green = sprint forward, yellow = jog, red = stop and backpedal.
- Changes come quickly to force fast reactions.
- 30-second sets with 20 seconds of rest.
Rules
- Always watch the teacher.
- Stop under control by bending the knees.
Variations
Easier
Green and red only.
Standard
Three colors.
Harder
In pairs: one shows the colors to the other, then switch.
Adaptations
- Color blindness: cones with a shape or number as well as a color.
- Limited mobility: adapted movement responses.
Learning goals
- Improve reaction speed.
- Practice safe acceleration and deceleration.
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