- Class: Primary 3
- Term: 3rd Term
- Week: 6
- Age: 9 years
- Duration: 40 minutes
- Subject: Basic Science and Technology
- Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
- Previous Lesson: First Aid And First Aider
- Topic: Field Events; High Jump And Long Jump
- Content: Meaning and examples of field events, rules of high jump and long jump
Performance Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:
- Cognitive domain: Explain the meaning of field events and identify examples.
- Affective domain: Appreciate the importance of field events in sports.
- Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate the basic movements in high jump and long jump.
- Social Domain: Collaborate with peers in practicing the movements.
Reference Materials:
The following resources were used in planning this lesson:
- 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
- Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
- NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
- Online Information from Study.com
- Relevant Textbooks
Instructional Materials:
The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:
- Visual charts of field events
- Videos showing high jump and long jump
- Markers and measuring tape
- Cones and soft mats
Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding field events like high jump and long jump is important for physical development, coordination, and fostering a love for sports. It also helps pupils appreciate athletic events and the skills involved in performing them.
Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Pupils are expected to have basic knowledge of running and jumping, and a basic understanding of what athletic events are from previous lessons or sports activities.
Instructional Procedures
Learning Area: Field Events; High Jump And Long Jump
To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:
| Content Development | Time | Teaching Method | Teaching Strategy | Teacher’s Activity | Pupils’ Activity | Learning Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Step 1: Introduction | 5 mins | Discussion | Question and answer | Engage pupils by asking if they have seen or participated in field events before. | Respond and share their experiences. | Understanding of field events and generating interest. |
| Step 2: Definition and Examples | 5 mins | Explanation | Visual aids | Explain the meaning of field events and provide examples using visual charts. | Listen and observe the charts. | Clear understanding of what field events are and some examples. |
| Step 3: High Jump Rules | 7 mins | Demonstration | Visual aids | Demonstrate the basic rules of high jump and show a short video. | Watch the demonstration and video. | Basic rules of high jump understood through visual and practical demonstration. |
| Step 4: Long Jump Rules | 7 mins | Demonstration | Visual aids | Demonstrate the basic rules of long jump and show a short video. | Watch the demonstration and video. | Basic rules of long jump understood through visual and practical demonstration. |
| Step 5: Practice Session | 10 mins | Practice | Group work | Organize pupils into groups and have them practice jumping techniques with supervision. | Participate actively in practice sessions. | Application of high jump and long jump techniques in a practical setting. |
| Step 6: Note Taking | 3 mins | Explanation | Direct instruction | Guide pupils to write down key points from the lesson. | Write down the notes in their exercise books. | Reinforcement of lesson content through note-taking. |
| Step 7: Evaluation and Conclusion | 3 mins | Discussion | Q&A | Ask questions to review lesson content and summarize the importance of field events. | Answer questions and share what they have learned. | Assessment of understanding and summarization of the lesson. |
Classroom Note
Field Events; High Jump And Long Jump
Field events are athletic events that involve jumping, throwing, and vaulting. They are different from track events, which involve running.
Examples of field events include:
- High Jump
- Long Jump
- Triple Jump
- Pole Vault
- Javelin Throw
Rules of High Jump:
- Run towards the bar and jump off one foot.
- Clear the bar without knocking it down.
- Land on the mat safely.
- Each athlete has three attempts to clear each height.
- The bar is raised progressively higher.
Rules of Long Jump:
- Run down the runway to gain speed.
- Jump from the take-off board.
- Land in the sandpit.
- The jump is measured from the take-off board to the nearest mark in the sand.
- Each athlete has three to six attempts.
Lesson Evaluation
To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:
- Define field events.
- List three examples of field events.
- Describe two rules of high jump.
- Describe two rules of long jump.
- Demonstrate a proper high jump or long jump technique.
Note for teachers using my lesson plan:
Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils’ comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!
