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Games Carnival Day / Paper Plate Discus

Paper Plate Discus

Children throw paper plates like a discus and record their distances on a leaderboard. Simple, safe and surprisingly competitive.

How to run it

  1. Mark a throwing line and distance lines with chalk.
  2. Show a sideways throwing action.
  3. Each child throws three times and marks their best.
  4. Record results on a leaderboard.

You will need

  • paper plates
  • chalk
  • tape measure
  • leaderboard sheet
Make it easier or harderLet younger children throw at a target zone; older children can test plate designs for distance.
SafetyKeep everyone behind the throwing line until all throws are done.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 4Children practise throwing and measuring, building physical and maths skills.

Fits these theme days

Games Carnival DayAthletics CarnivalFrisbee DayTarget Games Day

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