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      Throwing with accuracy to win a game

      Lesson details

      Learning outcome

      I can throw accurately when under pressure in a game situation.

      Key learning points

      1. Move: throwing with control and accuracy enables us to score points in a game situation.
      2. Move: using the correct throwing technique is important to ensure we are accurate in a game.
      3. Think: communication with teammates is important in game situations to ensure the team is working successfully together.
      4. Connect: taking turns in teams requires fairness and collaboration.
      5. Feel: demonstrating honesty throughout the game shows a strong understanding of the rules.

      Keywords

      • Game - an activity or sport in which people compete with each other according to agreed rules

      • Technique - the way in which a skill is performed

      • Teammates - a fellow member of your team

      Common misconception

      In a game situation, pupils can panic and rush their throw without aiming or using the correct technique.

      Encourage pupils to be composed and even when under pressure to throw quickly, ensure pupils understand the importance of throwing accurately with the correct technique.

      Teacher tip

      Highlight pupils demonstrating the correct throwing technique and use them to model to the class. When setting up the zone for beanbags in Learning Cycle 1, ensure it is large enough to minimise any risk of pupils colliding and bumping heads.

      Equipment

      8 x hoops, beanbags, 30+ cones.

      Content guidance

      Risk assessment required - physical activity

      Supervision

      Adult supervision required

      Licence

      This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2026), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0
      except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions
      (Collection 2).

      Prior knowledge starter quiz

      4 Questions

      Q1.
      What does scoring mean?

      winning
      defending
      Correct answer: winning points

      Q2.
      What does sending the ball using the correct technique increase your chances of in a game?

      Correct answer: scoring
      defending
      stopping the ball

      Q3.
      How can you show an understanding of fairness in a game?

      passing accurately
      winning
      Correct answer: playing fairly

      Q4.
      What are you demonstrating when you help your teammates understand the rules of a game?

      Correct answer: honesty
      accuracy
      technique

      4 Questions

      Q1.
      What can enable you to score points in a game situation?

      inaccurate throwing
      Correct answer: accurate throwing
      dropping the ball

      Q2.
      What could be a result of rushing your throw and not using the correct technique?

      Correct answer: missing your target
      winning
      an accurate throw

      Q3.
      Why is it important to take turns in your team?

      to win
      it's not important
      Correct answer: to show fairness

      Q4.
      What is important in game situations to ensure the team works together successfully?

      Correct answer: good communication
      throwing hard
      not listening

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