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
- Move: throwing with control and accuracy enables us to score points in a game situation.
- Move: using the correct throwing technique is important to ensure we are accurate in a game.
- Think: communication with teammates is important in game situations to ensure the team is working successfully together.
- Connect: taking turns in teams requires fairness and collaboration.
- 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
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What does scoring mean?
Q2.What does sending the ball using the correct technique increase your chances of in a game?
Q3.How can you show an understanding of fairness in a game?
Q4.What are you demonstrating when you help your teammates understand the rules of a game?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What can enable you to score points in a game situation?
Q2.What could be a result of rushing your throw and not using the correct technique?
Q3.Why is it important to take turns in your team?
Q4.What is important in game situations to ensure the team works together successfully?
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