Team Swarm Tag is a simple, fun PE game that is perfect for introducing Chasing and Fleeing components to your students. This game also allows you to focus skills such as Deceiving An Opponent and Trapping An Opponent. It can be played indoors or outdoors. If you are looking for information on how I use this game in my teaching, be sure to check out the Chasing & Fleeing Games Teacher Pack!
Flag Tag is a Standards-based Chasing and Fleeing game that is perfect for children of all ages. It focuses on skills related to Chasing and Fleeing. It can be played in the Gym or outdoors. If you are looking for information on how I use this game in my teaching, be sure to check out the Chasing & Fleeing Games Teacher Pack!
Everyone’s IT Frozen Tag is a super-active twist on a classic PE game. Since all students are both chasing and fleeing, it facilitates the introduction of many tactical decisions. Although it is mostly used in Kindergarten and Elementary Programs, it can also be used in Middle School and High School. It is best played in an open area such as a gym or outdoors. If you are looking for information on how I use this game in my teaching, be sure to check out the Chasing & Fleeing Games Teacher Pack!
Race To The Base is a simple striking and fielding game that is perfect for introducing striking to your students as well as for helping students develop an understanding of fielding tactics. This game is part of the Striking & Fielding Games Teacher Pack which you can learn more about here. (COMING SOON!)
Danish Longball is one of my all-time favourite striking and fielding games to include in my physical education program. The game provides so many opportunities for modifications and builds that you can really explore a great variety of skills and tactics, regardless of your students’ current learning levels. Over time, I’ve adapted the builds I use for the game, which is why you are seeing a new version of it here. Big shout out to Joy Butler and her awesome article on the game for helping me better tailor the activity to meet the needs of my students!