Symmetrical and asymmetrical learning on apparatus
I can create a range of quality symmetrical and asymmetrical balances with a partner on apparatus.
Symmetrical and asymmetrical learning on apparatus
I can create a range of quality symmetrical and asymmetrical balances with a partner on apparatus.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: quality balances require holding the balance still, extending the fingers and toes, on a range of apparatus.
- Think: using a range of ideas on apparatus to include different levels and connection points requires resourcefulness.
- Connect: listening to our partner’s ideas by communicating effectively enables us to select our preferred balances.
- Feel: trying our best to improve the ideas we create ensures that they are high quality.
Keywords
Quality - the good characteristics of the performance that suggest the movements and balances are performed correctly
Balance - maintaining a desired shape completely still
Apparatus - equipment made for a particular task
Common misconception
Pupils create 1 balance idea and think they are finished, instead of trying a range of ideas. Pupils only work on one part of the apparatus and fail to try a range of apparatus to create their ideas.
Explain to pupils that they must try out multiple ideas and use a range of apparatus in order to be successful.
To help you plan your year 4 physical education lesson on: Symmetrical and asymmetrical learning on apparatus, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 4 physical education lesson on: Symmetrical and asymmetrical learning on apparatus, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
mats, benches, gymnastic tables, tambourine, climbing frames or wall bars
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
