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- Year 3
Throwing underarm with accuracy
I can throw the ball accurately using the correct underarm throwing technique.
- Year 3
Throwing underarm with accuracy
I can throw the ball accurately using the correct underarm throwing technique.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Move: when throwing, step forward with the opposite foot to the throwing hand, following through pointing at the target.
- Move: throwing the ball quickly and accurately to our teammates is important when fielding in a game.
- Think: knowing why we throw quickly and accurately helps us to stop the batting team from scoring points.
- Feel: continuing to try improve our underarm throwing technique and helping others to improve demonstrates integrity.
- Connect: it is important to respect our partners and work together to improve our throwing accuracy.
Keywords
Accuracy - the ability to control where we throw an object
Teammates - a person who is on the same team as you in a sport, game or any group activity
Throw - using your hand to send a ball through the air to a specific target or area
Common misconception
Pupils throw with too much force when aiming for a target.
Managing the right amount force of a throw requires practise and trial and error to judge how much force is needed.
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To help you plan your year 3 physical education lesson on: Throwing underarm with accuracy, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Equipment
30+ cones; balls and a variety of throwing objects
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
