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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 2
Period: 4
Week: 21
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 1
Date: Week 21
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 21, Period 4
Topic: Exercises – Jogging in Place
Sub-topic: Safe Jogging and Benefits
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Demonstrate safe jogging on the spot with correct posture and breathing
Explain the benefits of jogging for heart, energy, and stamina
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
Running, walking, and basic physical exercises
Instructional Materials
Mats, cones, whistle
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Lead learners in stretching legs and arms
Ask learners if they have tried jogging in place before
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Step 1: Introduction and Demonstration
- Correct Posture
- Definition: Posture means the way we hold and move our body while jogging.
- Demonstration: Teacher stands upright with head facing forward, swings arms gently from side to side, and keeps knees slightly bent while jogging slowly in place.
- Examples for learners: “Imagine you are marching like a soldier but lighter and faster.”
- Proper Breathing Technique
- Definition: Breathing correctly means taking air in through the nose and out through the mouth in a steady rhythm.
- Demonstration: Teacher shows slow deep breaths before jogging, then breathes steadily while jogging in place.
- Examples for learners: “Smell the flowers through your nose, blow the candles through your mouth.”
- Benefits of Jogging in Place
- Strengthens the heart: Heart beats faster and gets stronger.
- Builds stamina: Helps us play and run for longer without getting tired quickly.
- Increases energy: Makes the body active and ready to learn.
- Real-life connections: Athletes jog before games, learners jog in morning exercise, people jog to stay fit.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
- Learners stand with enough space between them.
- Practice jogging in place slowly, copying teacher’s posture and arm swing.
- Practice breathing: inhale through nose, exhale through mouth while jogging.
- Perform jogging in place for 20–30 seconds at a time, rest, then repeat.
- Learners discuss in pairs: “How did you feel while jogging?” “Which body part worked the most?”
Assessment Checks:
- Observation: Teacher checks for upright head, gentle arm swing, and safe knee movement.
- Oral Questions:
- “Why is it important to keep the head upright while jogging?”
- “What happens to your heart when you jog?”
- “Show me how you breathe correctly while jogging.”
- Practical Check: Select a learner to lead the class in jogging with correct breathing.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
- Safety:
- Remind learners not to bump into each other (keep space).
- Avoid very fast jogging to prevent falls.
- Encourage steady breathing, not holding the breath.
- Motivation: Praise learners who maintain posture and rhythm. Say: “Well done! You are jogging like real athletes!”
- Reinforce benefits: Link jogging to everyday life—“Jogging gives you energy for school, games, and chores at home.”
- Encourage repetition: Suggest learners jog at home for 2–3 minutes daily with family members.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Review jogging technique and benefits
Evaluation Method (Expanded)
Exit slip/quiz: Demonstrate jogging in place correctly
Teacher will collect slips and provide oral feedback
Assignment (Expanded):
Practice jogging in place for 5 minutes at home
Follow-up Activity:
Observe a family member jogging and discuss technique
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Provide slower pace or adapted movements for learners with low stamina
Use peer support and demonstrations
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low