Football - Lesson 6

In Year 3 Football Lesson 6, the main objective is for pupils to apply the skills they have learned in previous lessons to a game of football. The success of the lesson is measured by the children's ability to transfer these skills into a competitive setting. The lesson utilizes key vocabulary from earlier sessions to reinforce learning and ensure consistency. Essential equipment for the lesson includes a class set of footballs, cones for marking out areas, and coloured bibs to distinguish teams.

The lesson is structured into three parts, starting with a 10-minute warm-up where pupils play 'Piggy in the Middle' in small groups, focusing on dribbling, passing, and movement. To challenge the pupils further, variations such as using only the weaker foot or limiting the number of touches on the ball are introduced. The main activity, lasting 30 minutes, is a football match where pupils can showcase all the skills they have learned. The rules of the game are explained in detail, and gameplay is paused occasionally to discuss common errors and best practices. The size of the teams is kept small to ensure active participation. An adaptation for the main activity is to make the games non-contact, allowing pupils to concentrate on skill development. The lesson concludes with a 10-minute cool-down game called 'Tigers', where two pupils, designated as 'Tigers', attempt to gently tag the 'Fish' (other pupils) with bean bags. The session ends with a discussion on the challenges faced during the actual game and the importance of communication in a team sport.