Solving problems with good teamwork in a challenge
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can collaborate effectively with my team to devise a successful strategy.
Key learning points
- Move: moving quickly and accurately can help us to complete challenges faster.
- Think: developing strategies through collaboration can make our team successful.
- Feel: following the rules and giving our best shows determination.
- Connect: listening to others and including all team members shows respect.
Keywords
Challenge - test of ability or skill
Strategy - a plan for achieving success
Collaborate - to work together with one or more people to achieve a common goal
Common misconception
Teams only take notice the ideas shared by the loudest team member.
Remind pupils to encourage all teammates to share ideas, so that everyone feels included, especially those who may not contribute often and remain quiet in the backgound of everything.
Teacher tip
The equipment list is for illustration purposes only; use whatever is available in your setting.
Equipment
a few balls, beanbags, quoits, cones, floor markers, hoops, pom poms, ribbons, exercise cards (see additional materials)
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What do we call a plan for completing a challenge?
Q2.What can we do with our strategy if it isn’t working?
Q3.What can we do when we talk to our teammates kindly and use encouraging comments?
Q4.What do we call a task that is difficult and helps you to show your skills?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is it called when a team comes together to create a plan?
Q2.How can we show respect to our teammates?
Q3.How should you try to move when completing a timed physical challenge?
Q4.What is the best way to work as a team?
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To help you plan your 4 physical education lesson on: Solving problems with good teamwork in a challenge, 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.
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