Lesson Plan for Junior Secondary 3 - Physical and Health Education - Hockey

**Lesson Plan: Physical and Health Education** **Grade:** Junior Secondary 3 **Topic:** Introduction to Hockey **Lesson Title:** Discovering Hockey Basics **Duration:** 90 minutes --- ### **Learning Objectives:** By the end of this lesson, students will be able to: 1. Understand the basic rules and objectives of hockey. 2. Familiarize themselves with hockey equipment and safety measures. 3. Develop basic skills in passing, dribbling, and shooting. 4. Engage in a simple hockey drill or mini-game to apply learned skills. ### **Materials Needed:** - Hockey sticks (one per student) - Hockey balls/pucks - Cones or markers - Whistle for signaling - First aid kit - Whiteboard and markers - Illustrations or a short video on hockey rules (optional) ### **Lesson Outline:** **Introduction (10 minutes)** 1. **Greeting and Roll Call:** - Welcome students and take attendance. 2. **Objective Overview:** - Briefly discuss the day's objectives. - Ask students about any prior experience with hockey. 3. **Warm-Up Activities:** - Dynamic stretching (5-7 mins) focusing on legs and arms. - Light jogging around the field or gym to get the blood flowing. **Instruction Phase (20 minutes)** 1. **Introduction to Hockey:** - Explain the basic rules and objectives of hockey. - Show an illustration or video explaining the sport's rules and play style. 2. **Equipment Overview:** - Show and explain the use of a hockey stick, ball/puck, and any protective gear. - Discuss the importance of safety and proper equipment usage. **Skill Development (30 minutes)** 1. **Passing Training:** - Teach basic passing techniques. - Pair up students and have them practice passing the ball/puck back and forth. 2. **Dribbling Techniques:** - Demonstrate how to dribble a hockey ball/puck while moving. - Set up a short dribbling course using cones. 3. **Shooting Skills:** - Show the correct stance and swing for shooting. - Allow students to practice shooting at a target or goal. **Application Phase (25 minutes)** 1. **Simple Drills:** - Create small groups (4-6 students per group) for practice drills combining passing, dribbling, and shooting. 2. **Mini-Game:** - Organize a small-sided game (3v3 or 4v4) to apply the learned skills in a game-like scenario. - Ensure the game is safe and supervised, with frequent pauses for instruction. **Cooldown and Reflection (5 minutes)** 1. **Cooldown Activities:** - Gentle stretching focusing on major muscle groups. 2. **Discussion and Feedback:** - Ask students to share what they learned and enjoyed about the lesson. - Provide constructive feedback on their performance and encourage positive reinforcement. 3. **Homework/Next Steps:** - Encourage students to think about how the skills learnt today can be applied in other sports or physical activities. - Briefly preview the next lesson. ### **Assessment:** - **Formative Assessment:** Observe students during drills and the mini-game, providing immediate feedback. - **Summative Assessment:** A quick Q&A session at the end of the class to gauge understanding of rules and techniques. ### **Safety Considerations:** - Ensure that students are wearing appropriate clothing and footwear. - Keep a first aid kit easily accessible. - Monitor the space to avoid collisions and ensure safe play. ### **Adaptations for Diverse Learners:** - Provide additional one-on-one assistance to students who need it. - Modify drills to be less challenging if necessary. - Encourage peer support and buddy systems to foster inclusive learning. --- **Note:** This lesson plan can be adjusted based on the available time, resources, and specific needs of the students.