Games 3 - Lesson 1

In the first lesson of Games 3 for Year 1, Striver Lesson Plans aim to introduce young pupils to the fundamental concepts of attacking and defending through engaging physical activities. The lesson's learning objectives focus on helping pupils understand and differentiate between attacking and defending, using space effectively, and practising these roles in simple exercises. To achieve these objectives, the lesson is structured with a warm-up, main activity, and cool-down, each designed to incorporate movement and fun while reinforcing the key vocabulary such as 'attacking', 'defending', 'teamwork', 'intercept', 'dodging', and 'scoring'. The necessary equipment for the lesson includes cones, tennis balls, footballs, basketballs, and bibs.

The warm-up consists of a creative 'DVD' game where pupils move around a defined area following commands that mimic DVD player functions, such as 'Fast Forward' for running quickly and 'Pause' for freezing on the spot. This activity not only prepares their bodies for exercise but also encourages spatial awareness. The main part of the lesson involves 'Touch The Cone' and 'Dodge The Defender' exercises, which are designed to teach the principles of attacking and defending. 'Touch The Cone' has pupils working in groups with one acting as a defender trying to intercept the ball, while 'Dodge The Defender' involves dodging exercises where attackers must evade the defender in their pathway. To conclude, a 'Corners' cool-down activity helps pupils relax and reflect on the key points learnt during the lesson, such as the differences between attacking and defending. Throughout the lesson, extension activities and variations are provided to cater to different skill levels, ensuring that all pupils are both challenged and successful.