Code breaking
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use numeracy and literacy skills to decipher clues when geocaching on my school site.
Key learning points
- Move: forward and backward arm action, not across the body, helps to maintain momentum and balance.
- Think: using logical and creative thinking enables the correct solution to be found.
- Feel: reduce errors by increasing attention to detail and persistence when locating information.
- Connect: offering reassurance when a solution is not found will help maintain others' morale.
Keywords
Endurance - the ability to keep going at a steady pace over a long period without getting too tired
Logical thinking - the ability to solve problems using clear step by step reasoning
Observation - carefully noticing details in your surroundings to gather information
Common misconception
Who finds it first, wins.
Accuracy and teamwork so we find the correct outcomes is more important than being first.
Teacher tip
Take time to prepare the course in advance - try setting up your clues using AI.
Equipment
5 coloured cones, 1 balloon, 1 screen per 4 pupils, plastic geocaching containers, schools geocache or orienteering map, whiteboard and pen per pair.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.To save energy and maintain speed, what should our running style be like?
Q2.How can we ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging within our team?
Q3.How can we strategise as a team to ensure we complete an orienteering course as quickly as possible?
Q4.How can we demonstrate respect and responsibility around the school site?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.How should our arms move when running to help maintain momentum and balance?
Q2.What is more important than being the first team to find a clue?
Q3.How can we reduce errors when locating information and problem solving?
Q4.How can we maintain high team morale levels and support other people when mistakes are made or solutions not found?
To help you plan your 10 physical education lesson on: Code breaking, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 10 physical education lesson on: Code breaking, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
Our video is a tool for planning, showing how other teachers might teach the lesson, offering helpful tips, modelled explanations and inspiration for your own delivery in the classroom.
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