Athletics How to perform 50 metres and 75 metres dash showing the start and finishing points Physical and Health Education Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Lesson Plan

Subject: Physical and Health Education
Class: Primary 2
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 7 years
Topic: Sprinting: 50m and 75m Dash
Sub-topic: Performing 50m and 75m Dash
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Perform a 50m dash.
2. Perform a 75m dash, showing the correct start and finish techniques.

Keywords

• Dash
• Sprint
• Start
• Finish

Set Induction

The teacher will start by asking pupils if they have ever raced with their friends and how it felt to run fast.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with running and racing from their play activities.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Stopwatch
• Measuring tape or marked track
• Cones or markers for start and finish lines

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss how pupils have seen races in sports events or participated in races during playtime.

Embedded Core Skills

• Physical fitness
• Coordination
• Determination

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Physical Education Textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Stopwatch
• Cones or markers

Content

1. 50m Dash:
   • The 50m dash is a short sprint race.
   • Emphasize the importance of running as fast as possible over a short distance.
   • Demonstrate the correct starting position: feet shoulder-width apart, one foot slightly ahead, knees bent, and hands ready to push off.
2. 75m Dash:
   • The 75m dash is a slightly longer sprint.
   • Show the pupils the correct starting position, similar to the 50m dash.
   • Explain the importance of maintaining speed throughout the race and pushing hard to finish strong.

Questions

1. The 50m dash is a _______ race. a) Long b) Short c) Slow d) Walk
2. In a dash, you should run as _______ as possible. a) Slow b) Fast c) High d) Low
3. The starting position should have feet _______ width apart. a) Head b) Hand c) Shoulder d) Leg
4. One foot should be slightly _______ in the starting position. a) Behind b) Ahead c) Under d) Over
5. The 75m dash is _______ than the 50m dash. a) Shorter b) Longer c) Same d) Slower
6. You should push off with your _______ in the starting position. a) Hands b) Head c) Feet d) Knees
7. Maintain _______ throughout the race. a) Walking b) Speed c) Sitting d) Sleeping
8. The finish line is where the race _______. a) Starts b) Ends c) Jumps d) Flies
9. Knees should be _______ in the starting position. a) Straight b) Bent c) High d) Low
10. Practice helps improve your _______. a) Eating b) Sleeping c) Running d) Walking

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is a 50m dash? A 50m dash is a short sprint race where you run as fast as you can for 50 meters.
2. What should your starting position be like? Feet shoulder-width apart, one foot slightly ahead, knees bent, and hands ready to push off.
3. How long is a 75m dash? A 75m dash is 75 meters long.
4. Why is the start important in a race? A good start helps you get ahead quickly.
5. How should you finish a race? Push hard to maintain your speed and cross the finish line strong.
6. What helps you run faster? Practice and proper technique help you run faster.
7. How can you improve your sprinting? By practicing regularly and focusing on your start and finish techniques.
8. Why should you bend your knees in the starting position? Bending your knees helps you push off quickly.
9. What should you do at the finish line? Keep running hard until you cross the line.
10. Is it important to practice sprinting? Yes, practice helps you improve your speed and technique.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was “Safety Rules in Movement.”

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by explaining the importance of sprinting and demonstrating the 50m and 75m dash.

Step 3: The teacher allows pupils to practice the 50m dash first and then the 75m dash, focusing on correct start and finish techniques. The teacher observes and corrects them as necessary.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain and demonstrate the 50m and 75m dash.
• Guide pupils in practicing the correct starting position.
• Use a stopwatch to time the pupils and provide feedback on their performance.

Learners’ Activities

• Listen to the teacher’s explanations.
• Practice the 50m and 75m dashes.
• Focus on starting and finishing correctly.

Assessment

• Observe pupils as they perform the dashes.
• Use a stopwatch to time their runs.
• Ask questions to check their understanding.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is a 50m dash?
2. Describe the correct starting position.
3. How long is a 75m dash?
4. Why is a good start important?
5. How should you finish a race?
6. What helps you run faster?
7. How can you improve your sprinting?
8. Why should you bend your knees in the starting position?
9. What should you do at the finish line?
10. Is it important to practice sprinting?

Conclusion

The teacher goes around to observe pupils, correct their technique, and provide feedback.

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