Moving well: can you jump for distance using the correct technique?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can apply the correct technique for jumping in order to jump as far as possible.
Key learning points
- Move: correct technique for jumping far requires taking off from two feet, driving the arms and landing with bent knees.
- Think: developing the technique for jumping far requires reflecting on previous jumps and understanding how to improve.
- Feel: striving to jump as far as possible demonstrates resilience.
- Connect: keeping the score fairly after each jump requires respect.
Keywords
Jump - pushing off a surface with our legs to go up into the air
Distance - the length of space between 2 points
Sequence - a series of actions linked together
Common misconception
Jumping just requires the use of our legs.
To be able to jump far, you must use your legs and arms together.
Equipment
7 markers such as soft toys.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What helps us keep control when balancing on different body parts?
Q2.What helps us decide which balances fit together best?
Q3.What does it show when we want to make our balance sequence better?
Q4.Why should we watch others perform carefully?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What helps us jump far using the correct technique?
Q2.What helps us improve our jumping for distance technique?
Q3.What are we demonstrating when we don't give up and we keep trying to jump further?
Q4.What is a sequence?
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