• Class: Primary 5
  • Term: 2nd Term
  • Week: 3
  • Age: 10 years
  • Duration: 40 minutes
  • Subject: Basic Science And Technology
  • Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
  • Previous Lesson: Facilities and Equipment in Volleyball and Basketball
  • Topic: Facilities and Equipments in Football and Table Tennis
  • Content: Facilities and equipments in Football, Facilities and equipment in Table Tennis

Performance Objectives

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

  • Cognitive Domain: Identify five facilities and equipment used in football and table tennis.
  • Affective Domain: Appreciate the importance of having proper facilities and equipment for sports.
  • Psychomotor Domain: Demonstrate the correct way of setting up a football goalpost and table tennis table.
  • Social Domain: Work collaboratively to discuss the importance of facilities in promoting fair play.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:


Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

  • A football and table tennis set (paddle, net, and ball).
  • Pictures or videos showing football and table tennis facilities.
  • A whiteboard and markers.
  • Flashcards with the names of facilities and equipment.

Rationale for the Lesson

Understanding the facilities and equipment used in football and table tennis helps pupils develop an appreciation for sports and encourages active participation, enhancing both physical and social skills.


Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils already know about basic sports such as volleyball and basketball, including some of their facilities and equipment.


Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Content DevelopmentTimeTeaching MethodTeaching StrategyTeacher’s ActivityPupils’ ActivityLearning Point
Step 1: Introduction5 minsSet inductionQuestion and responseIntroduces the lesson by asking pupils about sports they know.Answer questions enthusiastically. relate prior knowledge to new topics.
Step 2: Facilities in Football8 minsExpositoryVisual aidsExplains and shows visuals of five football facilities.Observe and note down facilities.Understanding football facilities.
Step 3: Equipment in Football6 minsDemonstrationInteractive discussionDisplays equipment like footballs and goalposts.Handle and discuss the use of the items.Recognition of football equipment.
Step 4: Facilities in Table Tennis8 minsExpositoryHands-on activityDescribes and shows table tennis facilities using a table setup.Observe and describe the setup.Familiarity with table tennis facilities.
Step 5: Equipment in Table Tennis6 minsDiscussionPractical displayDisplays items like paddles and balls and demonstrates their use.Handle and explore the equipment.Understanding table tennis equipment.
Note Taking5 minsGuided writingGroup activityGuides pupils to write notes based on the content.Write down notes neatly.Pupils consolidate knowledge.
Conclusion and Evaluation2 minsReviewQuestioningSummarizes key points and asks questions.Answer questions confidently.Pupils recall and reinforce learning.

Lesson Content

Facilities and Equipments in Football and Table Tennis

Football is a popular team sport played on a large rectangular field. The game requires specific facilities and equipment to play effectively.

Facilities in Football:

  1. Football field (marked with lines).
  2. Goalposts and nets.
  3. Stadium or spectator stands.
  4. Training cones.
  5. Substitution benches.

Equipment in Football:

  1. Footballs.
  2. Jerseys.
  3. Shin guards.
  4. Whistles (for referees).
  5. Corner flags.

Table tennis is a fast-paced indoor game played on a table divided by a net. It requires precision and proper facilities.

Facilities in Table Tennis:

  1. Table tennis table.
  2. Playing area with good lighting.
  3. Protective flooring.
  4. Spectator seating.
  5. Umpire’s chair.

Equipment in Table Tennis:

  1. Table tennis paddles.
  2. Table tennis balls.
  3. Net and post.
  4. Scoreboard.
  5. Towel boxes.

Lesson Evaluation

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

  1. Name three facilities used in football.
  2. Mention two equipment used in table tennis.
  3. Explain why facilities are important in sports.
  4. Describe the use of a football goalpost.
  5. Show how a table tennis paddle is used.

Note for Teachers Using This Lesson Plan

Ensure pupils actively participate in the lesson by allowing them to handle the equipment and relate their uses to real-life situations. Encourage teamwork during discussions to build social skills. Happy teaching!

Last Update: January 3, 2025