Rolling and stopping in games
I can roll the ball accurately and also stop a ball that's been rolled towards me to prevent it travelling past me in a game.
Rolling and stopping in games
I can roll the ball accurately and also stop a ball that's been rolled towards me to prevent it travelling past me in a game.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: being on the balls of the feet and moving towards the ball with hands ready will enable us to stop a moving ball.
- Move: applying accurate rolling skills requires us to send the ball with control towards the target accurately.
- Think: concentration can help us to stop the ball which can prevent the opposition from scoring.
- Connect: working well and collaborating with others shows an understanding of fairness and empathy.
- Feel: playing honestly sets an example to others in the group on how to play by the rules.
Keywords
Opposition - a person or team we are playing against in a game situation
Stopping - the method of preventing a moving ball from going past us
Concentration - paying close attention to a given task
Common misconception
In this lesson, pupils may believe they can stop the ball with any part of their body.
Encourage pupils to use their hands to stop the ball rolling.
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Equipment
1 ball between 2 pupils, 60+ cones
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
