Lesson Topic:

Kicking, throwing, catching and safe play

Lesson Description:

Observing students as they play

Learning Goals/Outcomes:

Discovering the skill level of your students

Nebraska Standards:

PE.K.1.3.a Throws underhand with opposite foot forward. (E)
 PE.K.1.3.b Drops a ball and catches it before it bounces twice. (E)
PE.K.1.3.e Kicks a stationary ball from a stationary position, demonstrating 2 of 5 critical elements. (E)
PE.K.4.3.a Shares equipment and space with others. (E) 

Teacher Planning:

Review safety guidelines for free play with balls in the gym.

Equipment/Materials Needed:

Different sizes foam balls - one for each student

Time Required for Lesson:

15 - 25 minutes

Diagram/Setup:

Have all the balls available for the students to choose from.

Technology Use:

__X___ YES               _____NO

Instructional Plan:

Anticipatory Set/Pre-Activity:

Demonstrate throwing, catching, kicking and safe play. 

Benefits/Explanation/Real-World Connection:

Activities (i.e. instructions, warm-up, lesson, cool-down):

Review safety guideline for safe play in the gym. Demonstrate kicking, throwing, catching and safe play. Instruct students to select a ball to play with. Allow 15 -25 minutes of free play time. Observe students as they play and document (paper and pencil or electronic devise) which students need more instruction on these skills. Try to play catch with some of the students that need some help. 

Closure:

Instruct students on the safe way to put away equipment used during P.E.

Assessment

Observation

Supplemental Information:

Modifications:

Later in the year mini basketballs could be used. 

Safety Precautions:

Make sure that it does not become a dodge ball game. 

Comments (adaptations for various grades/ages, teaching styles, etc.)