Basic Skills in Long Jump Physical and Health Education Primary 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Lesson Plan

Subject: Physical and Health Education
Class: Primary 2
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Age: 7 years
Topic: Athletics – Long Jump
Sub-topic: Basic Skills in Long Jump
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. List the basic skills in long jump.
2. Perform basic skills in long jump.

Keywords

• Long jump
• Take-off
• Flight
• Landing

Set Induction

The teacher will start by showing a short video of athletes performing the long jump to engage the pupils and stimulate interest.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with basic running and jumping from their play activities.

Learning Resources and Materials

• Video clips of long jump
• Sand pit or soft landing area
• Measuring tape
• Cones or markers

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge

Discuss how pupils have seen jumping activities during playtime and how they might have tried to jump as far as possible.

Embedded Core Skills

• Physical coordination
• Teamwork
• Communication

Learning Materials

• Lagos State Scheme of Work
• Physical Education Textbooks

Instructional Materials

• Video clips
• Sand pit or soft landing area
• Cones or markers

Content

1. Basic Skills in Long Jump:
   • Approach Run: Running towards the take-off point with controlled speed.
   • Take-off: Jumping off one foot at the take-off board.
   • Flight: Keeping the body in the air with proper posture.
   • Landing: Landing with both feet in the sand pit, bending the knees to absorb impact.

Learning Activities

1. Individual Activity:
   • Pupils will watch a video showing the basic skills in long jump.
   • The teacher will explain each skill in detail.
2. Group Activity:
   • Pupils will be divided into groups.
   • Each group will practice the basic skills in long jump on the field of play, taking turns to perform and observe.
3. Class Task:
   • Each group will demonstrate the skills in long jump in front of the class.
   • The teacher will provide feedback and corrections.

Questions

1. The first skill in long jump is the _______ run. a) Slow
   b) Approach
   c) Walk
   d) Stand
   Answer: ___________
2. The take-off is done using _______ foot. a) One
   b) Both
   c) No
   d) Any
   Answer: ___________
3. The body is in the air during the _______ phase. a) Take-off
   b) Landing
   c) Flight
   d) Approach
   Answer: ___________
4. The landing should be done with _______ feet. a) One
   b) Two
   c) Three
   d) None
   Answer: ___________
5. To absorb impact during landing, you should bend your _______. a) Arms
   b) Back
   c) Knees
   d) Head
   Answer: ___________

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is the first step in the long jump? The first step is the approach run.
2. How do you take off in the long jump? Take off using one foot at the take-off board.
3. What should you do in the flight phase? Keep your body in the air with proper posture.
4. How should you land in the long jump? Land with both feet in the sand pit, bending your knees to absorb impact.
5. Why is it important to bend your knees during landing? Bending your knees helps absorb the impact and prevents injury.

Presentation

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was “Performing 50m and 75m Dash.”

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic by showing a video of athletes performing the long jump and explaining the basic skills.

Step 3: The teacher allows pupils to practice the approach run, take-off, flight, and landing in groups. The teacher observes and corrects them as necessary.

Teacher’s Activities

• Explain and demonstrate the basic skills in long jump.
• Show a video of the long jump.
• Guide pupils in practicing each skill.
• Provide feedback and corrections during group activities.

Learners’ Activities

• Watch the video and listen to the teacher’s explanations.
• Practice the approach run, take-off, flight, and landing in groups.
• Demonstrate the skills in front of the class.

Assessment

• Observe pupils as they perform the long jump skills.
• Ask questions to check their understanding.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is the approach run in long jump?
2. Describe the correct way to take off in long jump.
3. What should you do during the flight phase?
4. How should you land in the long jump?
5. Why is it important to bend your knees during landing?

Conclusion

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

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