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:

1. Demonstrate correct stepping and hopping.
2. Identify safety rules for stepping and hopping.
3. 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:

1. Stepping:
   • Stand straight with feet together.
   • Move one foot forward, followed by the other.
   • Maintain balance and rhythm.
2. Hopping:
   • Stand on one foot.
   • Push off the ground with the foot.
   • Land softly on the same foot.
3. Safety Rules:
   • Look ahead to avoid obstacles.
   • Use proper footwear to protect feet.
   • Practice on a flat, open space.
4. Techniques:
   • For stepping: Keep steps even and controlled.
   • For hopping: Use arms for balance and control.

Evaluation:

1. _______ is moving one foot forward, followed by the other. (a) Hopping (b) Stepping (c) Running
2. In hopping, you should land on _______. (a) Both feet (b) The same foot (c) The other foot
3. A safety rule for stepping is to _______. (a) Look down (b) Look ahead (c) Close your eyes
4. Proper footwear helps to prevent _______. (a) Safety (b) Injuries (c) Fun
5. Using arms helps to maintain _______ while hopping. (a) Speed (b) Balance (c) Strength
6. Stepping should be done with _______ steps. (a) Large (b) Even (c) Random
7. Hopping involves pushing off the ground with _______. (a) Both feet (b) One foot (c) Hands
8. Keeping a rhythm helps in _______. (a) Stepping (b) Hopping (c) Both
9. Landing softly prevents _______. (a) Injuries (b) Fun (c) Balance
10. Stepping is a type of _______ movement. (a) Non-locomotive (b) Locomotive (c) Static
11. _______ is important to avoid obstacles. (a) Running fast (b) Looking ahead (c) Closing eyes
12. Stepping involves moving _______ forward. (a) Both feet together (b) One foot at a time (c) Hands
13. _______ is used for balance in hopping. (a) Legs (b) Arms (c) Head
14. Hopping is usually done on _______. (a) Both feet (b) One foot (c) Hands
15. Stepping helps in maintaining _______. (a) Speed (b) Rhythm (c) Randomness

Class Activity Discussion:

1. What is stepping?
   • Stepping is moving one foot forward followed by the other.
2. How should you land when hopping?
   • Land softly on the same foot.
3. Why is it important to look ahead while stepping?
   • To avoid obstacles and stay safe.
4. What should you wear while stepping or hopping?
   • Proper footwear to prevent injuries.
5. Give an example of a safety rule for hopping.
   • Practice on a flat, open space.
6. What technique helps in maintaining balance while hopping?
   • Using arms for balance.
7. What is the main movement in hopping?
   • Pushing off the ground with one foot.
8. Why should stepping be even and controlled?
   • To maintain balance and rhythm.
9. How can you see where you are going?
   • By looking ahead.
10. What is the first step in stepping?
    • Stand straight with feet together.
11. How does proper footwear help?
    • It protects your feet from injuries.
12. What do you use for balance in hopping?
    • Arms.
13. What type of movement is hopping?
    • Locomotive.
14. Why is rhythm important in stepping?
    • It helps in maintaining a steady pace.
15. 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:

1. Define stepping.
2. Describe the correct way to hop.
3. List three safety rules for stepping and hopping.
4. Explain what techniques help in stepping and hopping.
5. Give an example of a technique for hopping.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What is stepping?
2. How should you land when hopping?
3. Name one safety rule for stepping.
4. Why should you look ahead while stepping?
5. What is the correct way to start hopping?
6. How can using arms help while hopping?
7. Why is it important to have a rhythm in stepping?
8. What is hopping?
9. What should you wear for stepping and hopping?
10. 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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