Newspaper Tag
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-Objective:
For players to run fast enough to not let the newspaper fall from their body, and in directions that will prevent them from getting caught by the police (with a pool noodle).
-Equipment List:
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One pool noodle for every 7-10 players
-Equipment Link:
-Setting Up:
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One out of every 7-10 players is given a pool noodle cut for half-length.
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All other players have a page from a newspaper that they hold in front of their body.
-Instructions:
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On the leader's signal to begin the police with pool noodles will attempt to tag other players.
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Other players must run fast enough that the newspaper in front of their body stays affixed to their body without the newspaper being held by their hands.
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If a newspaper falls of a runner that runner trades places with a police.
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If a police tags a player with a newspaper, they switch places.
-Questions & Notes:
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Questions for Understanding:
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What is the secret to keeping the newspaper affixed to your body?
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What is the best strategy for the police to catch someone?
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