### Lesson Plan: Movement and Coordination for Year 1 Physical Education
#### Subject: Physical Education
#### Grade: Year 1
#### Topic: Movement and Coordination
#### Duration: 40 minutes
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#### **Lesson Objectives:**
1. **Cognitive:** Students will understand basic movement concepts and coordination skills.
2. **Psychomotor:** Students will be able to perform basic movements like running, jumping, hopping, and balancing.
3. **Affective:** Students will demonstrate enjoyment and positive attitudes towards physical activity.
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#### **Materials Needed:**
- Cones or markers
- Hula hoops
- Bean bags
- Jump ropes
- Playground balls
- Music player (optional)
- Parachute (optional)
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#### **Lesson Procedure:**
**1. Warm-Up (10 minutes):**
- **Introduction (2 minutes):**
- Welcome students.
- Briefly explain the importance of movement and coordination.
- Set the tone: "Today we are going to have fun with moving our bodies in different ways!"
- **Dynamic Warm-Up (8 minutes):**
- Lead students through various movements to get their bodies ready.
- Marching on the spot
- Arm circles (small and large)
- Jumping jacks
- Knee lifts
- Gentle twists side to side
**2. Main Activities (25 minutes):**
- **Activity 1: Obstacle Course (10 minutes):**
- Set up an obstacle course using cones, hula hoops, and bean bags.
- Demonstrate each station:
1. Weave in and out of cones.
2. Jump in and out of hula hoops placed on the ground.
3. Balance a bean bag on the head while walking in a straight line.
- Divide students into small groups and let them take turns completing the obstacle course.
- **Activity 2: Bean Bag Toss (5 minutes):**
- Each student gets a bean bag.
- Practice tossing and catching the bean bag, first by themselves and then with a partner.
- Encourage different movements (e.g., tossing and catching while standing on one foot).
- **Activity 3: Parachute Play (10 minutes):**
- Gather students around the parachute.
- Perform different activities:
- Ripples: Shake the parachute gently to create "ripples."
- Popcorn: Place small balls on the parachute and shake to keep them bouncing.
- Merry-Go-Round: Walk in a circle holding the parachute, then switch directions.
**3. Cool Down (5 minutes):**
- **Calming Activities:**
- Have students sit in a circle with the parachute spread out in front of them.
- Practice deep breathing: "Smell the flower, blow out the candle."
- Stretching: Gentle stretches to cool down the muscles (reach for the sky, touch toes, butterfly stretch).
**4. Wrap-Up (2 minutes):**
- Gather students and review what they learned about movement and coordination.
- Ask a few students to share their favorite activity.
- Reinforce the importance of staying active and moving every day.
- Close with a positive note and a cheer for their hard work.
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#### **Assessment:**
- **Informal Observation:**
- Monitor students during activities.
- Note their ability to follow directions, perform movements, and work cooperatively with peers.
- **Feedback Session:**
- At the end of the lesson, ask questions to gauge understanding and enjoyment.
- "What was your favorite part of today's class?"
- "Can anyone show me how to weave through the cones?"
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#### **Differentiation:**
- **For Advanced Students:**
- Challenge them with more complex tasks (e.g., balancing with eyes closed, faster pace through the obstacle course).
- **For Students Needing Additional Support:**
- Provide simpler movements or more time to complete tasks.
- Pair with a buddy for encouragement and assistance.
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#### **Safety Considerations:**
- Ensure the space is free from hazards.
- Provide clear instructions for each activity.
- Supervise closely to prevent injuries.
- Encourage hydration breaks if needed.
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**Reflection:**
- After the lesson, reflect on what worked well and what could be improved.
- Collect feedback from students to inform future lessons.
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By focusing on fun and engaging activities, this lesson plan aims to build foundational movement and coordination skills in Year 1 students, setting the stage for a lifelong appreciation of physical activity.