Students aim to hit the crossbar of the goal with the ball in this soccer-inspired game. To succeed, students must carefully judge the angle, power, and direction of their kicks.

• Grade Levels: all ages
• Skills Developed: estimation, hand-eye coordination, spatial awareness, and problem solving skills
• Standards Addressed:
  Common Core Mathematical Practices - make sense of problems and persevere in solving them by refining kicking techniques to hit the crossbar with accuracy, model with mathematics by visualizing and applying concepts of angle, force, and distance to achieve the perfect shot
  
• Classroom Use:
  Brain Break - the game’s emphasis on precision and spatial awareness allows students to engage in a short, fun challenge while practicing mental focus
  Reflection Activity - students reflect on their approach to making successful shots, discussing how they adapted their techniques to consistently hit the crossbar