The Outdoor Ed School

Team Challenge - The Pencil Circle

The Outdoor Ed School

Show Notes

This challenge is ideal for key stage 3 and 4 students.

If you are looking for a challenge which only requires a pencil and focuses on resilience and leadership then this is the challenge for you.

Check out our website for more challenges and reviews.

www.theoutdooredschool.co.uk

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