Stepping and Hopping Physical And Health Education Primary 1 Summer Coaching Lesson Notes Week 2
Physical and Health Education Primary 1 Summer Coaching Lesson Notes Week 2
Subject: Physical and Health Education
Class: Primary 1
Term: Summer Coaching
Week: 2
Age: 6 years
Topic: Moving Our Body Parts
Sub-topic: Stepping and Hopping
Duration: 40 minutes
Behavioural Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Demonstrate correct stepping and hopping.
- Identify safety rules for stepping and hopping.
- Identify techniques in stepping and hopping.
Keywords:
- Stepping
- Hopping
- Safety
- Techniques
Set Induction:
Start the lesson with a fun warm-up where pupils mimic different animal movements that involve stepping and hopping.
Entry Behaviour:
Pupils have basic experience with movements such as walking and running.
Learning Resources and Materials:
- Large field
- Chart
- Posters
- Pictures
- Videos
- Textbook
Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:
Ask pupils to share their experiences of playing games that involve stepping and hopping, such as hopscotch.
Embedded Core Skills:
- Physical coordination
- Safety awareness
- Observation skills
Learning Materials:
- Large field for practice
- Charts and posters showing stepping and hopping movements
- Videos demonstrating proper techniques
- Textbook illustrations
Reference Books:
- Lagos State Scheme of Work for Physical and Health Education
Instructional Materials:
- Pictures of people stepping and hopping
- Safety charts
- Demonstration videos
Content:
- Stepping:
- Stand straight with feet together.
- Move one foot forward, followed by the other.
- Maintain balance and rhythm.
- Hopping:
- Stand on one foot.
- Push off the ground with the foot.
- Land softly on the same foot.
- Safety Rules:
- Look ahead to avoid obstacles.
- Use proper footwear to protect feet.
- Practice on a flat, open space.
- Techniques:
- For stepping: Keep steps even and controlled.
- For hopping: Use arms for balance and control.
Evaluation:
- _______ is moving one foot forward, followed by the other. (a) Hopping (b) Stepping (c) Running
- In hopping, you should land on _______. (a) Both feet (b) The same foot (c) The other foot
- A safety rule for stepping is to _______. (a) Look down (b) Look ahead (c) Close your eyes
- Proper footwear helps to prevent _______. (a) Safety (b) Injuries (c) Fun
- Using arms helps to maintain _______ while hopping. (a) Speed (b) Balance (c) Strength
- Stepping should be done with _______ steps. (a) Large (b) Even (c) Random
- Hopping involves pushing off the ground with _______. (a) Both feet (b) One foot (c) Hands
- Keeping a rhythm helps in _______. (a) Stepping (b) Hopping (c) Both
- Landing softly prevents _______. (a) Injuries (b) Fun (c) Balance
- Stepping is a type of _______ movement. (a) Non-locomotive (b) Locomotive (c) Static
- _______ is important to avoid obstacles. (a) Running fast (b) Looking ahead (c) Closing eyes
- Stepping involves moving _______ forward. (a) Both feet together (b) One foot at a time (c) Hands
- _______ is used for balance in hopping. (a) Legs (b) Arms (c) Head
- Hopping is usually done on _______. (a) Both feet (b) One foot (c) Hands
- Stepping helps in maintaining _______. (a) Speed (b) Rhythm (c) Randomness
Class Activity Discussion:
- What is stepping?
- Stepping is moving one foot forward followed by the other.
- How should you land when hopping?
- Land softly on the same foot.
- Why is it important to look ahead while stepping?
- To avoid obstacles and stay safe.
- What should you wear while stepping or hopping?
- Proper footwear to prevent injuries.
- Give an example of a safety rule for hopping.
- Practice on a flat, open space.
- What technique helps in maintaining balance while hopping?
- Using arms for balance.
- What is the main movement in hopping?
- Pushing off the ground with one foot.
- Why should stepping be even and controlled?
- To maintain balance and rhythm.
- How can you see where you are going?
- By looking ahead.
- What is the first step in stepping?
- Stand straight with feet together.
- How does proper footwear help?
- It protects your feet from injuries.
- What do you use for balance in hopping?
- Arms.
- What type of movement is hopping?
- Locomotive.
- Why is rhythm important in stepping?
- It helps in maintaining a steady pace.
- What is the starting position for hopping?
- Standing on one foot.
Presentation:
Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic which was “Leaping and Walking.” Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topic “Moving Our Body Parts: Stepping and Hopping.” Step 3: The teacher allows the pupils to give their own contributions and corrects them when and where necessary.
Teacher’s Activities:
- Demonstrate stepping and hopping.
- Explain safety rules.
- Show techniques for both movements.
- Use charts, pictures, and videos for better understanding.
Learners’ Activities:
- Practice stepping and hopping.
- Identify safety rules.
- Demonstrate techniques.
- Watch videos and look at pictures.
Assessment:
- Define stepping.
- Describe the correct way to hop.
- List three safety rules for stepping and hopping.
- Explain what techniques help in stepping and hopping.
- Give an example of a technique for hopping.
Evaluation Questions:
- What is stepping?
- How should you land when hopping?
- Name one safety rule for stepping.
- Why should you look ahead while stepping?
- What is the correct way to start hopping?
- How can using arms help while hopping?
- Why is it important to have a rhythm in stepping?
- What is hopping?
- What should you wear for stepping and hopping?
- How can proper footwear prevent injuries?
Conclusion:
The teacher goes around to mark and ensure all pupils understand the lesson. The teacher gives feedback and reinforces the correct techniques and safety rules.
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