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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 1
Period: 2
Week: 9
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical education
Grade Level: Grade 2
Date: Week 9
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 9, Period 2
Topic: Types of Motor Skills
Sub-topic: Locomotor and manipulative skills with practical demonstrations
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
- Define motor skills.
- Identify locomotor and manipulative skills.
- Demonstrate simple locomotor and manipulative skills.
Previous Knowledge
Students already know how to run, catch, and throw in play.
Instructional Materials
Balls, skipping ropes, whistle, open space.
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Teacher asks: “Who can show us how to hop on one leg?” Two learners volunteer. Teacher explains that hopping, catching, and skipping are examples of motor skills.
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Definition:
- Motor skills are movements we do with our body to perform actions effectively in daily life, games, and sports.
- Locomotor skills: Movements where the whole body travels from one place to another.
- Examples: Walking, running, hopping, skipping, jumping
- Importance: Improve balance, coordination, leg strength, and speed
- Manipulative skills: Movements where we control or handle objects using hands or feet.
- Examples: Catching, throwing, rolling, kicking
- Importance: Develop hand-eye coordination, focus, strength, and accuracy
Demonstration:
- Teacher demonstrates each locomotor skill in a line (walking, running, hopping, skipping, jumping).
- Teacher demonstrates each manipulative skill using balls: catching, throwing, rolling, and kicking.
- Emphasize safety, proper posture, and controlled movements.
Practical Activity:
- Learners practice locomotor skills in a line: hopping, skipping, and running across a marked space.
- Rotate learners to manipulative skill stations:
- Catching and throwing with soft balls
- Rolling a ball along the floor to a partner
- Kicking a ball toward a target
- Encourage learners to perform skills safely and cheer each other on.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
- Perform locomotor and manipulative skills in small groups.
- Take turns at each skill, practicing correct technique.
- Observe and encourage peers while waiting for their turn.
- Share verbally which skill they find easiest and which is challenging, explaining why.
Assessment Checks:
- Ask learners:
- “What are motor skills?”
- “Give one example of a locomotor skill.”
- “Give one example of a manipulative skill.”
- Observe learners during practice to ensure: correct movements, safe participation, and teamwork.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
- Motor skills involve moving the body or handling objects effectively.
- Locomotor skills help the body move from one place to another, improving balance, coordination, and agility.
- Manipulative skills involve controlling objects, improving hand-eye coordination, precision, and strength.
- Both types of motor skills are essential for games, sports, and daily activities, helping children become active, confident, and skilled movers.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Teacher revises the meaning of motor skills and gives examples of locomotor and manipulative skills.
Evaluation Method (Expanded): Exit slip/quiz: Learners demonstrate one locomotor and one manipulative skill. Teacher provides oral feedback.
Assignment (Expanded): At home, practice throwing and catching with a friend or sibling.
Follow-up Activity: Practice hopping and skipping for 5 minutes daily.
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Learners who find hopping difficult can walk or skip slowly. Peer support is given.
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low