Locomotor, Manipulative… · B2 Physical Education

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B2.1.8.1.9 - Throw a ball to a partner using the underhand, overhand and sidearm throw pattern.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Demonstrate the underhand throw pattern by swinging the throwing arm downward and releasing the ball toward a partner.
Demonstrate the overhand throw pattern by extending the throwing arm above the head and stepping forward with the opposite leg.
Demonstrate the sidearm throw pattern by flexing the trunk sideways and swinging the arm in a horizontal motion.
Throw a ball to a partner at a distance of 5 to 8 metres using any of the three throw patterns with correct stance.
Apply the throw patterns in a simple handball game while following basic rules of fair play and teamwork.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Motor Skill and Movement Patterns (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Locomotor, Manipulative and Rhythmic Skills (1.8)
Content standard: B2.1.8.1 - Demonstrate competence in the motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities (games, athletics gymnastics and dance)
Indicator: B2.1.8.1.9 - Throw a ball to a partner using the underhand, overhand and sidearm throw pattern.
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 8 (Week 8 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Physical Education Curriculum (Basic 1-6), 2019, p. 19
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

After warm-ups pick up a ball and stand shoulder width apart. Extent the arm with the ball above the head as you step forward with the opposite leg. Swing the extended arm forward to throw the ball over the hand. Learners to practice the skill and give them feedback.
Use the earlier stance pattern but this time stretch the throwing arm down and flex the trunk sideways toward the throwing arm. Swing the hand quickly and forcefully to throw the ball forward whiles extending the trunk upward and forward. Learners practice the skill, observe and give them feedback.
Organise handball game for learners to experience the skill in real-life situation. End the lesson with cool down.