Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - KG 1

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Performance objectives

• Introduction:
• This lesson focuses on helping our young learners develop two very important skills: balance and coordination. Balance is our body's ability to stay steady and not fall over, whether we are standing still, walking, or playing. Coordination is how we make different parts of our body work together smoothly, like a team. In Ghana, these skills are essential for everyday life. Children need them to play games like *ampe* and football, to walk safely on uneven paths in our communities, and even to help with small tasks at home. By making these activities fun and game-like, we build their physical confidence and help them grow strong and healthy.
• Learning Objectives:
• By the end of this lesson, learners will be able to:
• Walk along a straight or curved line on the floor without stepping off more than twice.

Lesson summary

This lesson focuses on helping our young learners develop two very important skills: balance and coordination. Balance is our body's ability to stay steady and not fall over, whether we are standing still, walking, or playing. Coordination is how we make different parts of our body work together smoothly, like a team. In Ghana, these skills are essential for everyday life. Children need them to play games like *ampe* and football, to walk safely on uneven paths in our communities, and even to help with small tasks at home. By making these activities fun and game-like, we build their physical confidence and help them grow strong and healthy.

Lesson notes

This lesson is highly practical, but it is important for the teacher to understand the core concepts to guide the children effectively.

Concept 1: Balance (Static and Dynamic) Explanation: Balance is the skill of controlling our body's position to prevent falling. Static Balance is balancing while staying in one spot. A simple example is standing on one foot. Think of a bird resting on a small branch. Dynamic Balance is balancing while moving. An example is walking on a narrow line or riding a bicycle. Teaching Point for KG1: We will use simple, relatable language. For static balance, we can say, "Let's be tall, strong trees that don't fall in the wind!" or "Stand like a flamingo!" For dynamic balance, we can say, "Let's walk carefully on the bridge so we don't fall into the river!"

Concept 2: Coordination Explanation: Coordination is the ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently. It involves the brain sending messages to the muscles to perform actions. For example, to catch a ball, your eyes must track the ball, your brain must judge its speed, and your hands must move to the right place at the right time to grab it. Teaching Point for KG1: Explain it as making your body parts "work together as a team." For example, "To hop, your eyes look where you are going, and your leg muscles push you up. They are a team!"

Step-by-Step Guide for Activities: Walking on a Line (The "Log Bridge"): Use chalk or masking tape to draw a line on the floor (start with a straight line, then add a curvy one). Explain to the children: "This is our magic bridge over a river. We must walk carefully on the log so we don't fall in!" Demonstrate first. Walk slowly, placing one foot directly in front of the other (heel-to-toe). Tell them a secret trick: "Hold your arms out like aeroplane wings! It helps you balance." Encourage them to look at the line as they walk. Balancing on One Leg (The "Flamingo Stand"): Gather the children in a circle where they have some space. Ask them, "Have you ever seen a flamingo? They love to stand on one leg!" Demonstrate: Stand straight, then slowly lift one foot off the ground, bending the knee. Count aloud together: "One... two... three!" Tell them to try and keep their body still and not wobble too much. It's okay if they do! After a try, say "Now let's let the other leg have a turn!" and switch. Hopping on One Foot (The "Kangaroo Hop" or "*Ampe* Practice"): Explain: "Hopping is like jumping, but you only use one foot." Connect it to *ampe*: "This is how we get ready to play *ampe*! Let's practice our strong hops." Demonstrate: Bend your standing knee slightly and push off the ground. Do it a few times in a row. Ask them to try hopping on one spot first, then try hopping forward a small distance.