Ball Play Physical Development Nursery 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4
Bounce and Catch Fun for Nursery 2
Bounce and Catch: Lesson Plan
Subject: Physical Development
Class: Nursery 2
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Topic: Ball Play
Sub-topic: Bounce and Catch
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioral Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Bounce a ball to a partner.
- Catch a ball from a partner.
Keywords:
- Bounce
- Catch
- Ball
- Partner
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils have basic experience with balls and can throw or roll them.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Soft, lightweight balls (e.g., rubber or foam)
- Cones to mark boundaries
- Whistle for instructions
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Discuss previous experiences with throwing and rolling balls.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Coordination
- Hand-eye coordination
- Teamwork
- Motor skills
Reference Books:
Lagos State Scheme of Work
Instructional Materials:
- Soft balls
- Cones
- Whistle
Content:
Pupils will learn to bounce and catch balls with their partners through guided practice.
Presentation:
Step 1: Review of Previous Topic
- The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Rolling Balls.”
- Ask pupils to demonstrate how they roll a ball to a partner.
Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic
- Introduce the new topic: “Bounce and Catch.”
- Explain that they will learn to bounce the ball to a partner and catch it when it is bounced back.
Step 3: Teacher Demonstration and Pupil Participation
- The teacher demonstrates how to bounce the ball to a partner.
- Show how to catch the ball when it is bounced back.
- Pair up pupils and provide each pair with a ball.
- Allow pupils to practice bouncing and catching with their partners.
- Move around to assist and correct pupils as needed.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Demonstrate the bounce and catch technique.
- Pair up pupils and distribute balls.
- Guide and assist pupils as they practice.
- Encourage pupils and give positive feedback.
Learners’ Activities:
- Watch the teacher’s demonstration.
- Pair up with a classmate.
- Practice bouncing the ball to a partner and catching it.
- Listen to the teacher’s instructions and corrections.
Assessment:
- Observe pupils as they bounce and catch balls.
- Check for coordination and hand-eye coordination.
- Note if they are engaging and enjoying the activity.
Evaluation Questions:
- Can you show me how to bounce a ball?
- How do you catch a ball from your partner?
- Why is it important to watch the ball?
- Can you bounce the ball to your partner without dropping it?
- What do you do if the ball rolls away?
- How does bouncing the ball help you play better?
- Can you catch the ball with both hands?
- Why is teamwork important in this game?
- What should you say to your partner when bouncing the ball?
- How do you feel when you catch the ball?
Conclusion:
- The teacher goes around to observe and assist pupils.
- Praise pupils for their efforts.
- Encourage pupils to practice bouncing and catching balls at home.
