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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 1
Period: 2
Week: 9
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 1
Date: Week 9
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 9, Period 2
Topic: Role of the Body in Exercises
Sub-topic: Arms, Legs, Lungs, and Heart
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Explain how arms, legs, lungs, and heart help during exercises
Demonstrate simple exercises showing the role of different body parts
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
Basic body parts and simple movement activities
Instructional Materials
Charts of the body, small balls, cones, whistle
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Lead learners in light jogging and stretching
Ask learners which body parts they use when running, jumping, or throwing
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
- Teacher explains how different body parts work together during exercise:
- Arms help us lift, balance, and swing during movement.
- Legs help us walk, run, jump, and squat.
- Lungs supply oxygen for breathing and stamina.
- Heart pumps blood to keep energy flowing during activity.
- Teacher demonstrates simple exercises that show the function of each part:
- Arm swings (to loosen arms and shoulders).
- Jogging in place (to show how legs help movement).
- Jumping jacks (arms and legs moving together).
- Deep breathing (to feel lungs and chest working).
- Learners perform each exercise with the teacher, focusing on the body part being used.
- After practice, learners discuss in pairs or small groups how each body part helps them in play, sports, or classroom games.
Assessment Checks:
- Teacher observes learners during exercises, checking for:
- Correct use of arms (swinging safely, not hitting others).
- Proper running or jumping posture (knees bent, soft landing).
- Deep breathing done slowly and clearly.
- Ask learners simple reflective questions:
- “How did your heart feel after jogging?”
- “What happens to your breathing after jumping jacks?”
- “Which body part helped you balance?”
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
- Emphasize safe movement: learners should have enough space, keep their arms controlled, and land softly when jumping.
- Highlight team awareness: learners should avoid bumping into each other while moving.
- Encourage learners to notice how their body changes during exercise (heartbeat faster, breathing heavier, feeling warm).
- Remind learners about posture: stand tall during deep breathing, bend knees when jumping, keep back straight when lifting arms.
- Connect to real life:
- Arms help carry books and play games like catch.
- Legs help in running races and playing football.
- Lungs and heart work harder when we run or play, helping us stay strong and healthy.
- Praise learners for effort, not just perfection, to build confidence and motivation.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Review body parts involved in exercises and their roles
Evaluation Method (Expanded)
Exit slip/quiz: Learners name one body part and explain its function in exercise
Teacher will collect slips and provide oral feedback
Assignment (Expanded):
Practice simple exercises at home while noticing how your body moves
Follow-up Activity:
Create a small demonstration showing how your arms and legs help in a game
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Demonstrate exercises at different levels of difficulty
Provide visual and verbal guidance for learners with limited coordination
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low