
This 6-week PE unit for Year 1 students focuses on developing essential movement and ball skills. The lessons aim to build confidence, coordination, and physical literacy in a supportive, engaging environment.
What’s Included:
✔ 6 detailed lesson plans with clear learning objectives
✔ Step-by-step instructions for each activity
✔ Differentiated tasks for varying skill levels
✔ Key questions to encourage student thinking
✔ Success criteria to track progress
✔ Focus on movement skills such as agility, balance, and coordination, alongside ball skills like rolling, throwing, and catching
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Week 1: Introduction to basic movement skills – agility and balance
★ Week 2: Practising coordination and spatial awareness
★ Week 3: Developing basic ball handling skills – rolling and throwing
★ Week 4: Catching and hand-eye coordination exercises
★ Week 5: Combining movement and ball skills in simple activities
★ Week 6: Applying skills in a group activity with a focus on teamwork
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Differentiated instruction for all learners
✔ Focus on fundamental physical skills that promote overall physical literacy
✔ Fun, engaging, and interactive activities that foster a love for movement
✔ Simple, easy-to-follow plans that save valuable preparation time
✔ Builds confidence in young learners, encouraging them to explore their physical abilities
Suggested Use Cases:
Ideal for Year 1 PE lessons focused on basic movement and ball skills, agility, balance, coordination, and physical education. Suitable for individual and group activities that promote teamwork and physical development.
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