Activity Timer
Activity block ready.
Activity presets
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Quick Presets
Volume
Keys: Space start/pause · R reset
Classroom activity presets with teacher mode and movement reminders. Free activity timer for kids for stations, PE warm-ups, and camp rotations.
How to Use
- Post a rotation map showing station order before starting the activity timer.
- Pick eight or twelve minute presets or custom length for your schedule.
- Enable teacher mode options displayed above the countdown if available.
- Call movement reminders when prompted for water or stretch breaks.
- Rotate immediately at zero and reset for the next station round.
Features
- Station presets at eight and twelve minutes
- Teacher mode focus chips
- Movement reminder prompts mid-block
- Bold gym-readable digits
- Custom durations for camp schedules
- Free activity timer for schools
Real-World Use Cases
- Science fair station rotations
- PE circuit warm-up timing
- Summer camp craft-to-field transitions
- Maker faire demo table fairness
- Occupational therapy gross motor circuits
Benefits
- Keeps active blocks fair and predictable
- Movement reminders support safety
- Teacher mode aligns with lesson pacing goals
- Works on gym projectors and clipboards
Tips & Best Practices
- Practice rotation path once stationary before adding equipment.
- Sync activity timer length with actual cleanup needs between stations.
- Assign a student timekeeper role for leadership practice.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Letting popular stations run long which starves last table every cycle.
- Skipping movement reminders on hot field days.
- Starting timer before materials are actually ready at each station.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is teacher mode on activity timer?
On-page chips highlight focus areas like stations, group work, or movement breaks.
How long are station presets?
Eight and twelve minute options fit many elementary rotation models.
Can PE teachers use it outdoors?
Yes. Increase brightness and shade the device in sunlight.
Do movement reminders make sound?
They can be visual or audible; mute in quiet hall rotations.
Is this the same as brain-break timer?
Activity timer targets longer station blocks; brain-break timer handles short bursts.
Can camps with no Wi-Fi use it?
Load once on site Wi-Fi then run cached if available.
Does it track steps?
No. It times blocks without wearable sensors.
Is the activity timer free?
Yes. TimerClock provides it without login.