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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 2
Period: 6
Week: 34
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 3
Date: Week 34
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 34, Period 6
Topic: Minor Games
Sub-topic: Tetherball and Flag/Touch Football
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
Demonstrate minor games
Apply motor skills in individual and partner games
Follow game rules safely and cooperatively
Previous Knowledge
Students already know:
Basic rules of ball games, throwing, and catching
Instructional Materials
Tetherball set, flags, cones, balls
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Warm-up with stretching and light jogging
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Teacher Input (Expanded & Detailed):
- Introduction & Rules Explanation:
- Tetherball:
- Objective: Hit the ball around the pole in one direction until it wraps completely.
- Rules: Stay on your side, no pulling the rope, use hands only.
- Scoring: Ball completely wraps around the pole in your direction.
- Flag/Touch Football:
- Objective: Move the ball to the opponent’s end zone without being tagged or having your flag pulled.
- Rules: Use hands to pass, no tackling, follow boundaries.
- Safety: Keep distance, avoid pushing or rough play.
- Demonstration of Techniques:
- Tetherball: Teacher demonstrates hitting the ball with both hands, aiming for speed and control.
- Flag/Touch Football: Teacher demonstrates running routes, passing the ball, catching, and safe tagging/pulling of flags.
- Safety Emphasis:
- Always maintain space between players.
- Use soft surfaces or mats if indoors.
- Avoid rough physical contact.
- Practice Setup:
- Divide learners into pairs for individual skills practice (e.g., throwing and catching).
- Form small groups for full gameplay while supervising rotations.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded & Detailed):
- Tetherball Practice: Students take turns hitting the ball, trying to wrap it around the pole in their direction.
- Flag/Touch Football Practice: Students practice running, passing, catching, and flag-pulling in pairs.
- Game Application: Play mini-matches in groups applying learned motor skills.
- Teamwork & Communication: Students must call for passes, signal movements, and encourage peers.
- Reflection: After gameplay, discuss which strategies worked, how teamwork helped, and which motor skills were most useful.
Assessment Checks (Expanded):
- Observation: Teacher monitors adherence to rules, safe participation, and application of motor skills.
- Technique Check: Ensure students are throwing, catching, and running correctly.
- Oral Questions:
- “Which skill helps you score points in Tetherball?”
- “How does teamwork help in Flag/Touch Football?”
- Practical Assessment: Learners perform one correct technique from each game independently.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
- Reinforce fair play, cooperation, and communication during games.
- Correct improper techniques immediately to prevent injuries.
- Highlight importance of practice for developing motor skills and game strategy.
- Encourage reflection on performance, noting strengths and areas for improvement.
- Games integrate previously learned locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative skills in a fun and engaging way.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Review rules, skills, and teamwork demonstrated
Evaluation Method (Expanded):
Exit slip/quiz: Name one rule and one skill from each game
Teacher feedback provided orally
Assignment (Expanded):
Practice one minor game skill at home with a sibling or friend
Follow-up Activity:
Organize a mini tournament in next lesson
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies
Pair learners of different skill levels for support
Use larger or softer balls for beginners
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Lo