- Year 3
Changes in level
I can create a sequence, with flow, that includes movements and balances and incorporates a change in level between actions.
- Year 3
Changes in level
I can create a sequence, with flow, that includes movements and balances and incorporates a change in level between actions.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: sequences should flow, with a change in level from a high movement or balance into a low movement or balance.
- Think: reflecting on how movements and balances are linked together with flow improves the fluidity of the performance.
- Think: deciding on the different movements and balances we are going to use to create our sequence requires reflection.
- Feel: trying hard to ensure that our sequences include a change in level requires taking responsibility.
- Connect: trusting our partners and collaborating, to create the very best sequences, ensures a quality performance.
Keywords
Level - the height at which an action is performed in relation to the ground or surface
Flow - moving smoothly from one action to another
Sequence - combination of controlled movements and balances that have been linked together in a particular order
Common misconception
Some pupils may think that performing with flow means performing with speed.
Sequences need control and smoothly linked movements. This creates a steady pace that feels fluid and not rushed. Balances create stillness and are held for a least 4 seconds; flow can still be achieved even with still moments and steady movements.
To help you plan your year 3 physical education lesson on: Changes in level, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 3 physical education lesson on: Changes in level, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
Our video is a tool for planning, showing how other teachers might teach the lesson, offering helpful tips, modelled explanations and inspiration for your own delivery in the classroom.
Explore more key stage 2 physical education lessons from the Gymnastics: movements, balances and sequence composition unit, dive into the full primary physical education curriculum, or learn more about lesson planning.
Equipment
mats; ribbons/scarves, 1 per pupil
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
