Games 3 - Lesson 6

In the sixth lesson of the Year 1 Games module, students are expected to integrate the attacking and defending skills they have learned into team games. The learning objectives set out a clear goal for the pupils: to use attacking skills to score points, employ defending tactics to prevent opponents from scoring, and to communicate and work effectively within their teams. The success criteria ensure that students are actively engaging with the skills taught, and the key vocabulary such as 'attackers', 'defenders', and 'communicating' reinforces the language of the games. Equipment needed for the lesson includes cones, bibs, and balls of various sizes.

The lesson begins with a dynamic 'Spiderman' warm-up, where students participate in relay races that encourage teamwork and physical coordination. This is followed by the main activities, which include 'Touch The Cone Continued' and 'End Ball 2'. These games are designed to promote strategic thinking, movement into space, and effective communication. In 'Touch The Cone Continued', teams work to pass a ball and knock over cones to score points, while in 'End Ball 2', attackers try to score by getting the ball through a goal, and defenders aim to intercept. The lesson concludes with a cool-down where students reflect on the skills they have learned throughout the unit, discussing their strengths and areas for improvement. These activities not only develop physical skills but also focus on teamwork and strategy, essential components of sports education.