Safety Rules in Basic Movement Physical and Health Education Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 3

Subject: Physical and Health Education

Week: 3

Topic: Safety Rules in Basic Movement

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Class: Primary 1

Term: First Term

Age: 6 years

Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Understand and follow safety rules when performing basic movements.
2. Demonstrate awareness of personal space and safety during physical activities.

Key Words:

• Safety rules
• Basic movements
• Personal space
• Awareness

Set Induction:

Begin by asking students about times they’ve played games or participated in sports. Discuss how they ensure safety while having fun.

Entry Behaviour:

Students should be familiar with basic movements like running, jumping, and catching from previous lessons.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Safety posters or visuals
• Soft mats or cushioned areas
• Soft balls or objects for practice

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Link safety rules to familiar activities like crossing the road safely or playing in a playground without getting hurt.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Spatial awareness
• Following instructions
• Coordination and balance

Learning Materials:

• Visual aids (posters, diagrams)
• Soft objects for practical demonstrations

Reference Books:

• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 1

Instructional Materials:

• Safety posters
• Soft mats
• Soft balls

Content:

Safety Rules in Basic Movement:

1. Listen to Instructions: Always listen carefully to the teacher’s instructions before starting any activity.
2. Use Equipment Safely: Handle balls, bats, or ropes with care to avoid accidents.
3. Respect Personal Space: Give others enough room to move and play without bumping into each other.
4. Warm-Up Before Exercise: Stretch and warm up your muscles to prevent injuries.
5. Watch Where You’re Going: Look ahead to avoid running into others or tripping over objects.

 

The pupils have previous knowledge of Basic Manipulative Movement

 

Content :

Safety Rules

Safety rules must be obey in order to keep ourselves away from dangers or objects that may harm us

Safety rules on the playground

Ways to make the playground safe for everyone of us

1. Removing dangerous objects
2. Remove every dangerous object on the
3. Drop such objects in the waste
4. Look at the ground to see that it is free from any other
5. Use of partners as support
6. Get your friend to be your partner
7. Make your partner ready to support
8. Let your partner support you as you do this

 

 

1. Some safety rules
2. Do only the exercise that the teacher asks you to
3. Do exercise only when the teacher is around
4. Do exercise gently and do not play rough
5. Stop doing exercise when you are weak.
6. Do not do exercise that will be too difficult for you

 

 

Fill-in-the-Blank Questions:

1. Before starting an activity, always ______ to the teacher’s instructions. a) Talk b) Listen c) Walk d) Run
2. You should handle equipment like balls and bats ______. a) Quickly b) Safely c) Loudly d) Roughly
3. Giving others enough space to play is respecting their ______. a) Instructions b) Feelings c) Personal space d) School rules
4. Before running or jumping, it’s important to ______ your muscles. a) Stretch and warm up b) Eat and sleep c) Run fast d) Shout loudly
5. Looking ahead helps you avoid ______ into others. a) Jumping b) Running c) Dancing d) Falling

FAQs:

1. Why is it important to listen to instructions? Listening helps you understand what to do safely.
2. How should you handle sports equipment? Handle them gently to avoid accidents.
3. What does respecting personal space mean? Giving others enough room to play without bumping into them.
4. Why should you warm up before exercise? Warming up helps prevent injuries to your muscles.
5. How can looking ahead help during games? It helps you avoid running into others or tripping over things.

Presentation:

Step 1:

Review previous lessons briefly, emphasizing movements and how they are performed safely.

Step 2:

Introduce safety rules in basic movements using visuals and demonstrations.

Step 3:

Engage students in discussing and practicing each safety rule to reinforce learning.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Explain each safety rule clearly.
• Demonstrate safe movements and actions.
• Monitor students to ensure they follow safety guidelines.

Learners’ Activities:

• Listen attentively to safety instructions.
• Practice movements while following safety rules.
• Ask questions and discuss scenarios to understand safety concepts better.

Assessment:

Observe how well students follow safety rules during practical exercises. Provide feedback and corrections as needed.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Why is it important to listen to instructions before playing a game?
2. How should you handle sports equipment safely?
3. What does respecting personal space mean during games?
4. Why is warming up important before running or jumping?
5. How can looking ahead help you during games?
6. Name one safety rule you should follow when throwing a ball.
7. What do you do to avoid bumping into others during activities?
8. When should you stretch and warm up your muscles?
9. How do you handle balls or bats to prevent accidents?
10. Why should you be careful when running or jumping?

Conclusion:

Wrap up the lesson by summarizing the safety rules discussed and ensuring all students understand how to apply them during physical activities. Conduct a brief review to reinforce learning.

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