Games 3 - Lesson 3

In Year 2's Games lesson, the objective is to master the skills of throwing and catching as a means of passing and receiving a ball during a game. The lesson is structured to help pupils demonstrate proficiency in both overhead and underarm passes, as well as making tactical decisions about which type of pass to use in various game scenarios. Key vocabulary such as 'passing', 'underarm', 'overhead', 'control', 'aiming', and 'target' are integral to the learning. The equipment required for the session includes beanbags, hoops, tennis balls, large balls, cones, and benches. Pupils start with a warm-up activity called Beanbag Relay, where they work in groups to pass a beanbag along a line and into a hoop, focusing on coordination and watching the beanbag all the way into their hands.

The main activities of the lesson involve pairs of pupils practicing underarm and overhead throws, aiming to land beanbags into cones and scoring points for accuracy. This is followed by Speed Passing, where pupils work against the clock to make successful passes with tennis balls and large balls, encouraging them to maintain control and accuracy under time pressure. The lesson also includes a game of Bench Ball, where pupils aim to pass a ball over a bench to teammates without it being caught by the opposing players on the bench. The session concludes with a cool-down activity called Numbers, where pupils move around and form groups based on numbers called out by the teacher. Throughout the lesson, pupils are encouraged to discuss their learning and reflect on the new skills they have acquired.