Noughts and Crosses

Learning Outcomes

Underarm throw at a target, judging distance and strategy.

Description Of Activity

Set-up

Grids marked on hard area or wall, two small softballs/beanbags per grid, ve cross markers, and ve nought markers.

Two teams of two-three each: one is noughts, the other is crosses; one team stands on either side of the grid, or both teams face the wall.

Teams take turns to underarm throw a ball, aiming to hit one of the squares on the full. When a square is hit on the full, the throwing team places one of its markers on it. The aim is to mark three squares across, down, or diagonally.

Can you see ?

stepping towards target

eyes on target

long arm swing

following through

You could ask

How will you decide which square to aim for? What can you do to ensure that you land in the square that you want?        

Equipment/Material Required