• Class: Primary 3
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 6
  • Age: 8 years
  • Period:
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Date:
  • Subject: Basic Science Technology
  • Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
  • Topic: Football
  • Content: Brief History, Basic Skills And Materials Needed For Football

Specific Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  • Cognitive domain: Recall the brief history of football, identify five basic skills in football, and name materials needed for football.
  • Affective domain: Appreciate the importance of teamwork in football.
  • Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate basic football skills like dribbling and passing.
  • Social Domain: Participate actively in group discussions about football.

Reference Materials:

  • 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
  • Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of work
  • NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
  • Online Information
  • Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

  • Pictures and videos of football matches
  • Football
  • Cones for marking
  • Illustrations of football skills
  • Chart showing materials needed for football

Rationale for the Lesson:
Understanding the history, skills, and materials of football is crucial for promoting physical health, teamwork, and appreciation for sports.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:
Students should have a basic understanding of sports and physical activities.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Content Development: Football

ContentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupils’ ActivityLearning Point
Introduction 5 minsDiscussionQuestion and AnswerIntroduce the topic and ask what pupils know about football.Respond to questions and share their knowledge about football.Understanding the background and interest of the pupils in football.
Brief History 10 minsExplanationStorytellingShare a brief history of football using stories and visuals.Listen attentively and ask questions if any.Understanding the origin and evolution of football.
Basic Skills 10 minsDemonstrationModelingDemonstrate five basic football skills – dribbling, passing, etc.Imitate the demonstrated skills and practice in pairs.Acquiring practical knowledge of fundamental football skills.
Materials Needed 5 minsDiscussionBrainstormingDiscuss and list materials needed for football.Participate in the discussion and contribute ideas.Identifying the essential materials for playing football.
Classroom Note 5 minsNote TakingNote-TakingDistribute notes summarizing key points on football.Copy down notes in their notebooks.Having a reference guide on the history, skills, and materials of football.
Evaluation3 minsQuestion and AnswerQuiz and DiscussionAsk questions about the history, skills, and materials of football.Answer questions individually and participate in discussions.Assessing the pupils’ comprehension of the football-related content.
Conclusion 2 minsRecapReflectionSummarize the lesson and emphasize the importance of football.Share their reflections on what they’ve learned about football.Reinforcing the key concepts and encouraging individual reflections.

Classroom Note:

Football

Brief History: Football, also known as soccer in some regions, has a rich and fascinating history that dates back thousands of years. The origins of football can be traced to ancient civilizations where various forms of ball games were played. However, the modern version of football as we know it today began to take shape in medieval England.

Basic Skills In Football:

  • Dribbling
  • Passing
  • Shooting
  • Heading
  • Kicking
  • Trapping
  • Goalkeeping.

Materials Needed For Football:

  • Football
  • Cones
  • Jerseys
  • Goalposts
  • Playing field.

Evaluation:

  1. What is the history of football?
  2. Name three basic skills in football.
  3. List two materials needed to play football.

Note to Teachers:
Customize the lesson content, teaching methods, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, curriculum, and available resources.