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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 2
Period: 5
Week: 25
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 1
Date: Week 25
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 25, Period 5
Topic: Beanbag Activity
Sub-topic: Individual and Partner Beanbag Skills
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Toss, catch, balance, and throw beanbags individually
Pass, toss, and perform relay activities with a partner using beanbags
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
Basic throwing, catching, and balancing skills from earlier games
Instructional Materials
Beanbags, baskets, cones, open space
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Lead learners in light stretching and jogging
Ask learners if they have played with beanbags before and how
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Teacher’s Input (Explanation, Demonstrations & Examples):
- Definition of Beanbag Activities:
- A beanbag is a small soft bag filled with beans, rice, or sand used for games and exercises.
- Beanbag activities help us develop balance, hand–eye coordination, and teamwork.
- Demonstration of Individual Skills:
- Tossing: Throwing the beanbag gently into the air and catching it back with two hands.
- Catching: Catching with both hands, sometimes from a bounce on the ground.
- Balancing: Placing the beanbag on the head, shoulder, or hand and walking a short distance without dropping it.
- Throwing into a basket: Standing a short distance away and tossing the beanbag into a box, bucket, or basket.
- Examples: Toss up and clap before catching; walk across a line with beanbag balanced on head.
- Demonstration of Partner Skills:
- Passing the beanbag: Gently handing or tossing the beanbag to a partner.
- Relay races: Learners line up, pass the beanbag down the line, or run with the beanbag and hand it to the next teammate.
- Partner toss-and-catch: One learner tosses while the other catches. Start close together, then take small steps back.
- Examples: Partner juggle challenge (how many successful catches before dropping?).
- Safety, Posture, and Teamwork:
- Always use two hands for catching to avoid dropping.
- Stand with feet slightly apart and knees bent when catching for better balance.
- Never throw beanbags too hard or at someone’s face.
- Practice turn-taking and encourage friends when working in pairs or teams.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
- Practice tossing, catching, and balancing beanbags individually.
- Walk across a line with beanbag balanced on head or hand.
- Pair up to practice passing and partner toss-and-catch.
- Participate in relay race passing beanbags to teammates.
- Try a “Target Game” where they throw beanbags into baskets at different distances.
Assessment Checks (Expanded):
- Teacher observes learners:
- Are they tossing and catching correctly (hands ready, eyes on beanbag)?
- Can they balance the beanbag without dropping it?
- Do they cooperate well with partners during passing and relay races?
- Ask learners orally:
- “Why should we not throw the beanbag too hard?”
- “What is one way to balance a beanbag?”
- “Tell me one rule of safe beanbag play.”
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
- Focus on safe tossing and catching (use soft beanbags, not hard objects).
- Encourage fair play and teamwork during partner and relay activities.
- Provide positive feedback when learners succeed or improve.
- Adjust distance/difficulty based on learner ability (shorter or longer throws).
- Remind learners that the goal is fun, learning, and safety—not competition.
Extra Practical Assignments:
- At School/Home: Practice tossing and catching with a small soft object (rolled-up socks if no beanbag).
- Drawing Assignment: Learners draw themselves balancing or tossing a beanbag.
- Group Challenge: Each team tries to get the beanbag into the basket 5 times without missing.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Review individual and partner beanbag activities and key rules
Evaluation Method (Expanded)
Exit slip/quiz: Name one beanbag skill and demonstrate it
Teacher will collect slips and provide oral feedback
Assignment (Expanded):
Practice tossing and catching beanbags at home
Follow-up Activity:
Teach a family member one beanbag skill
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Provide lighter or smaller beanbags for learners with limited strength
Demonstrate visually for learners needing guidance
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low