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Switch and Rotate

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Learners participate in a game whose object is to stay so close to a partner that when the teacher says "Stop," the players freeze. The follower should touch the leader.

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listening comprehension

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listening, physical education
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Grade
3rd - 5th
Subjects
Physical Education
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Skills Practice
Year
2001
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