Term: 1st Term

Week: 6

Class: Basic 2

Age: 8 years

Duration: 45 minutes

Date:

Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education

Subject: Basic Science And Technology 

Topic: Athletics 

Content: Short Distance Race


Specific Objectives:

  • Explain short distance race

Instructional Materials:

  • Pictures of athletes running
  • Stopwatch or timer
  • Chalkboard and chalk
  • Chart paper and markers

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils should have a basic understanding of what sports and games are.

Rationale:
This lesson introduces primary 1 pupils to the concept of short distance races. It helps them understand the basic idea of racing and the different aspects involved in a race.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES
Content Development: Short Distance Race

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeacher’s Points/ActivitiesPupils’ Activities
Step 1: Introduction5 minsDiscussion– Greet the class– Greet the teacher
– Introduce the topic of the day: Athletics – Short Distance Race– Listen attentively
Step 2: Definition of Race10 minsExplanation– Explain what a race is and give examples– Listen and ask questions if confused
– Discuss how people run in a race– Engage in the discussion
Step 3: Importance of Practice5 minsDiscussion– Discuss the need for practice before a race– Participate in the discussion
– Emphasize improvement through practice– Share their thoughts on practice
Step 4: Steps of a Short Race10 minsDemonstration– Explain the steps: Ready, Set, Go– Watch and understand the steps
– Demonstrate each step with the help of students– Follow the demonstration
Step 5: Practicing the Race Steps10 minsGroup Activity– Divide students into groups– Listen to instructions and participate in the activity
– Assign roles: runners, starters, timekeepers– Perform their assigned roles
– Conduct practice races with each group– Participate in practice races
Step 6: Evaluation5 minsEvaluation – Ask students to explain the steps of a short distance race– Respond to the questions
– Check for understanding
Step 7: Note Copying5 minsNote copying – Dictate a short summary of the lesson for note-taking– Copy the notes into their notebooks

Note:
A short distance race is a competition where people run a short distance as fast as they can.

Races have three steps: Ready, Set, and Go.

Evaluation Questions:

  1. What is a short distance race?
  2. Can you name the steps of a short distance race?
  3. Why is practice important before a race?

Teaching Aids:

  • Pictures of athletes running
  • Stopwatch or timer
  • Chalkboard and chalk
  • Chart paper and markers

Note to Teachers:
Please note that the actual content of the lesson, teaching methods, and pupil activities may vary based on your specific teaching style and curriculum or resources. Feel free to customize the lesson note to fit your needs.