Term: 2nd Term
Week: 6
Age: 10 years
Duration: 40 minutes
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Curriculum Theme: Physical and Health Education
Previous Lesson: Skills for Playing Football, Hockey, and Table Tennis
Topic: Advantages of Playing Ball Games
Content: Advantages of playing Football, Volleyball, Hockey, Basketball, and Table Tennis

Performance Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain: List at least five advantages of playing ball games.
Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of teamwork in ball games.
Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate basic movements in a ball game of their choice.
Social Domain: Share examples of how playing ball games fosters friendships.

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 Gullón cookies – The 10 benefits of sport for health
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Charts showing different ball games
A volleyball and football
A short video clip of children playing various ball games
A whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the advantages of playing ball games helps pupils value physical activities, teamwork, and social interaction, which contribute to healthy living and personal development.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have previously learned the skills needed to play football, hockey, and table tennis. They also have basic knowledge of teamwork and physical activities.

Instructional Procedures

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	Set induction	Questioning	Asks pupils if they have played ball games and their experiences.	Respond by sharing their experiences.	recognize the types of ball games they know.
Step 2: Presentation	10 mins	Discussion	Demonstration	Explains the advantages of playing ball games and demonstrates basic movements.	Listen and observe, asking questions where necessary.	understand the benefits of ball games.
Step 3: Group Activity	10 mins	Hands-on	Cooperative Learning	Organizes pupils into groups to discuss advantages of specific ball games.	Work in groups and share findings with the class.	engage in teamwork and active participation.
Step 4: Note-taking	5 mins	Explanation	Direct Teaching	Guides pupils to copy a short note on the topic.	Copy the note in their notebooks.	record key information for future reference.
Step 5: Evaluation	5 mins	Questioning	Individual Assessment	Asks questions to assess understanding.	Answer the teacher’s questions orally.	demonstrate understanding of the topic.
Step 6: Conclusion	3 mins	Summarization	Reinforcement	Summarizes the main points of the lesson.	Listen to the summary.	recall key advantages of ball games.

Lesson Content

Advantages of Playing Ball Games

Ball games like football, volleyball, hockey, basketball, and table tennis are not just fun but also highly beneficial. Below are seven advantages:

Improves Physical Health: Playing ball games enhances strength, stamina, and overall fitness.
Builds Teamwork Skills: It teaches pupils how to work with others toward a common goal.
Enhances Mental Alertness: Ball games require focus, quick thinking, and decision-making.
Develops Social Bonds: Playing together creates friendships and mutual respect.
Teaches Discipline: Regular practice and game rules instill discipline in players.
Promotes Stress Relief: Physical activity in games reduces stress and improves mood.
Encourages Fair Play: Pupils learn to value honesty and fairness while playing.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

List five advantages of playing ball games.
Share how playing ball games has helped them make friends.
Demonstrate one skill from a ball game of their choice.
Explain why teamwork is important in ball games.

Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan

Ensure all pupils participate actively, especially during group activities. Use real-life examples to connect the lesson to their daily lives. Happy teaching!

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