Understanding Relay Races: Key Skills and Techniques Physical and Health Education Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Physical and Health Education Primary 4 First Term Lesson Notes Week 6

Subject: Physical and Health Education
Class: Primary 4
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 9 years
Topic: Track Events – Relay Race
Sub-topic: Relay Race
Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

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

1. Discuss what a relay race is.
2. Identify the skills needed for relay races.

Keywords

• Relay Race
• Baton
• Sprinters
• Track Event
• Baton Exchange

Set Induction

Start with a brief discussion on team sports and relay races. Ask if pupils have seen or participated in a relay race before and what they know about it.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils are familiar with middle-distance running.

Learning Resources and Materials

• NERDC Basic Education Curriculum
• Universal Basic Education Curriculum (UBE)
• Unified Schemes of Work for Lagos State Primary Schools (Middle Basic)
• Lagos State Scheme of Work for Physical and Health Education
• Online Materials
• Physical and Health Education textbooks

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Link the relay race to the pupils’ previous knowledge of middle-distance running. Explain that relay races are a type of track event where teams work together.

Embedded Core Skills

• Teamwork
• Coordination
• Speed
• Communication

Instructional Materials

• Pictures or videos of relay races
• Baton for practice
• Markers for track layout

Content

1. Definition of Relay Race:
   • A relay race is a track event where teams run and pass a baton. Each runner covers part of the distance.
2. Types of Relay Races:
   • 4 × 100 meters Relay: Each runner covers 100 meters, and the team covers a total of 400 meters.
   • 4 × 400 meters Relay: Each runner covers 400 meters, and the team covers a total of 1600 meters.
   • Medley Relay: Different distances for each runner.
   • Shuttle Relay: Runners cover short distances back and forth.
3. Phases of Relay Race:
   • Takeoff: Start running at the signal.
   • Running: Maintain a steady pace, not too fast at the start.
   • Run-up: Approach the receiver while running.
   • Baton Exchange: Pass the baton smoothly between runners.
4. Baton Grip:
   • Hold one-third of the baton so the receiver can get a good grip.
5. Baton Exchange Methods:
   • Visual Method: Receiver looks back and extends hand to take the baton.
   • Non-Visual Method: Receiver relies on the feel of the baton without looking.

Presentation

1. Step 1: Review the previous lesson on middle-distance running.
2. Step 2: Introduce the new topic of relay races, explaining the types and phases.
3. Step 3: Allow pupils to practice and discuss their experiences with relay races.

Teacher’s Activities

• Review the previous topic.
• Introduce and explain the relay race and its types.
• Demonstrate the baton exchange methods.
• Supervise pupils during practice.

Learners’ Activities

• Participate in class discussion.
• Practice baton exchange and running in relay races.

Assessment

• Observe pupils during relay race practice.
• Ask pupils to identify the types of relay races and the skills involved.

Evaluation

1. What is a relay race?
   • a) A race with one runner
   • b) A track event with baton passing
   • c) A swimming event
   • d) A jumping event
2. How many runners are in a 4 × 100 meters relay?
   • a) 2
   • b) 3
   • c) 4
   • d) 5
3. What is the distance covered by each runner in a 4 × 400 meters relay?
   • a) 100 meters
   • b) 200 meters
   • c) 400 meters
   • d) 800 meters
4. What is the visual method in baton exchange?
   • a) Receiver looks back and extends hand
   • b) Receiver feels the baton without looking
   • c) Baton is thrown
   • d) Baton is passed without a signal
5. How should the baton be gripped?
   • a) In the middle
   • b) One-third of the baton
   • c) At the end
   • d) With both hands
6. What should the runner do at the start of the race?
   • a) Lean forward
   • b) Stand upright
   • c) Sit down
   • d) Jump
7. What is the purpose of the run-up?
   • a) To slow down
   • b) To approach the receiver
   • c) To stop
   • d) To watch others
8. What is the primary goal of the baton exchange?
   • a) To drop the baton
   • b) To pass the baton smoothly
   • c) To run faster
   • d) To run alone
9. How should runners breathe during the race?
   • a) Through the mouth
   • b) Through the nose
   • c) Through the eyes
   • d) Through the ears
10. What happens if the baton is dropped?
    • a) The race continues
    • b) The runner must pick it up
    • c) The race is disqualified
    • d) The runner stops and waits
11. What is a medley relay?
    • a) A relay with equal distances
    • b) A relay with different distances
    • c) A race with no baton
    • d) A long-distance race
12. How many meters is the total distance in a 4 × 100 meters relay?
    • a) 100 meters
    • b) 200 meters
    • c) 300 meters
    • d) 400 meters
13. What should the runner’s posture be at the start?
    • a) Bent forward
    • b) Standing straight
    • c) Sitting
    • d) Lying down
14. What is the shuttle relay?
    • a) A long-distance relay
    • b) A relay with short distances
    • c) A sprint event
    • d) A field event
15. What does the term “sprinter” refer to?
    • a) A person who walks
    • b) A person who jumps
    • c) A person who runs fast
    • d) A person who throws

Class Activity Discussion

1. What is a relay race?
   • A relay race is a team event where runners pass a baton to each other.
2. Name the types of relay races.
   • 4 × 100 meters relay, 4 × 400 meters relay, medley relay, shuttle relay.
3. What is the role of the baton in a relay race?
   • It is passed from one runner to the next.
4. How should the baton be held during a race?
   • Grip one-third of the baton to allow the next runner to get a good hold.
5. Describe the visual method of baton exchange.
   • The receiver looks back to see and take the baton from the giver.
6. What is the importance of the run-up in a relay race?
   • It helps the runner approach the receiver smoothly.
7. What should runners do at the start of the race?
   • Lean forward and prepare to run.
8. Why should the runner not start at full speed?
   • To avoid early fatigue and maintain speed throughout the race.
9. What happens during the baton exchange?
   • The baton is passed from one runner to another.
10. What is a medley relay?
    • A relay with different distances for each runner.
11. How should runners breathe during the race?
    • They should breathe steadily through the mouth or nose.
12. Why is the position of the runner’s body important?
    • It helps maintain balance and speed.
13. What are the skills needed for a successful relay race?
    • Baton grip, take-off, run-up, and baton exchange.
14. Explain the non-visual method of baton exchange.
    • The receiver feels for the baton without looking.
15. What is the role of the outgoing runner?
    • To receive and run with the baton from the incoming runner.

Evaluation Questions

1. What is a relay race?
2. How many runners are in a 4 × 100 meters relay?
3. What distance does each runner cover in a 4 × 400 meters relay?
4. What is the visual method in baton exchange?
5. How should you grip the baton?
6. What should the runner do at the start of the race?
7. What is the purpose of the run-up?
8. What happens if the baton is dropped?
9. What is a medley relay?
10. How many meters is the total distance in a 4 × 100 meters relay?

Conclusion

The teacher will review the lesson on relay races, mark pupils’ practice, and address any remaining questions or misconceptions.