Games 3 - Unit Overview

The 'Games 3' unit for Year 1 students within the Striver Lesson Plans is designed to enhance their understanding and skills in attacking and defending within team games. Over the course of the unit, children will learn and practice quick movements to evade defenders, fostering their abilities through small group activities and team games. The unit builds on prior knowledge of basic ball skills such as throwing, catching, kicking, and both sending and receiving, with an emphasis on the tactical aspects of team sports.

Each lesson within the unit has specific learning objectives and success criteria. For instance, the first lesson focuses on distinguishing between attacking and defending through simple practices. As the unit progresses, students will demonstrate basic defending skills, learn to defend a space in small-sided games, and develop attacking skills such as finding teammates in open spaces and using non-verbal communication like eye contact and signals. By the end of the unit, students are expected to apply all the attacking and defending skills they have learned in team games, showcasing their ability to score points, prevent others from scoring, and communicate effectively with their peers. Teaching tips are provided to ensure the lessons are adaptable to different durations and to encourage progression for pupils who excel.