Galloping Physical Development Nursery 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 8

Galloping: Lesson Plan

Subject: Physical Development
Class: Nursery 2
Term: First Term
Week: 8
Topic: Galloping
Sub-topic: Learning and Practicing Galloping
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioral Objectives:

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

1. Master the skills of galloping.
2. Practice galloping through different fun activities.

Keywords:

• Gallop
• Move
• Practice
• Fun

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils are familiar with basic movements like walking and running.

Learning Resources and Materials:

• Open space
• Music player (optional)
• Cones or markers for obstacle courses

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Discuss how pupils move in different ways, such as walking and running.

Embedded Core Skills:

• Coordination
• Balance
• Physical activity
• Observation

Reference Books:

Lagos State Scheme of Work

Instructional Materials:

• Open space
• Cones or markers
• Music player

Content:

Pupils will learn to gallop and practice through various activities.

Presentation:

Step 1: Review of Previous Topic

• The teacher revises the previous topic, which was “Follow The Leader.”
• Ask pupils to share what they enjoyed about following the leader.

Step 2: Introduction of the New Topic

• Introduce the new topic: “Galloping.”
• Explain and demonstrate the movement: stepping forward with one foot and bringing the other foot to meet it, like a horse.

Step 3: Teacher Demonstration and Pupil Participation

• The teacher demonstrates how to gallop slowly.
• Let pupils practice galloping in place.
• Set up fun activities, like galloping around cones or in a circle.
• Play music to make the practice more enjoyable.

Teacher’s Activities:

• Demonstrate the galloping movement.
• Guide pupils in practicing galloping.
• Set up and supervise fun galloping activities.

Learners’ Activities:

• Watch the teacher’s demonstration.
• Practice galloping in place.
• Participate in galloping activities.
• Listen to the music and move to the rhythm.

Assessment:

• Observe pupils as they gallop.
• Check if they are performing the movement correctly.
• Note their enjoyment and participation.

Evaluation Questions:

1. Can you show me how to gallop?
2. What does galloping look like?
3. Why is it fun to gallop?
4. How do you feel when you gallop around the one’s?
5. Can you gallop to the music?

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes around to observe and assist pupils.
• Praise pupils for their efforts.
• Encourage them to practice galloping at home.

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