Basic Skills In Swimming For Primary 2

• Class: Primary 2
• Term: 3rd Term
• Week: 5
• Age: 7 years
• Period:
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Date:
• Subject: Basic Science Technology
• Curriculum Theme: Physical and Health Education
• Topic: Basic Skills in Swimming
• Content: Basic Skills in Swimming

Specific Objectives:

• Cognitive Domain: Pupils should be able to list two basic skills in swimming.
• Affective Domain: Pupils should show enjoyment and willingness to participate in swimming activities.
• Psychomotor Domain: Pupils should be able to demonstrate the basic arm and leg movements used in swimming.
• Social Domain: Pupils should be able to work together in pairs to practice swimming movements.

Reference Materials:

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Information from Swimming 101: The four strokes | NBC Olympics
• Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

• Pictures and videos of swimming techniques
• Swimming pool or safe water body model
• Flashcards with swimming vocabulary

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding basic swimming skills is crucial for safety and can be a foundation for lifelong physical activity. Swimming enhances coordination, balance, and fitness, and is a valuable skill that can save lives.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are assumed to have basic understanding of water safety and familiarity with water play.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Basic Skills in Swimming

Classroom Note:

Basic Skills in Swimming

Swimming involves various skills to stay above and move in water, these skills includes:

1. Breaststroke: This skill involves moving your arms in a circular motion while kicking your legs like a frog.
2. Butterfly Stroke: In this skill, the swimmer moves both arms together in a windmill motion while performing a dolphin-like kick with their legs.
3. Backstroke: The swimmer lies on their back and moves their arms in a windmill motion while flutter kicking their legs.
4. Freestyle (Front Crawl): In this skill, swimmers alternate their arms in an overhead motion while kicking their legs up and down.
5. Dog Paddle: This skill requires the swimmer to keep their head above water and paddle their hands and feet like a dog swimming.

Evaluation Questions:

1. What are the two basic swimming skills we learned today?
2. Why is it important to practice swimming skills?

Note to Teachers:
Feel free to incorporate additional resources such as real swimming equipment or invite a swimming coach for demonstrations if possible. Adjust the physical activities according to the available space and ensure all safety measures are adhered to.