Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v3 - Primary 3

Lesson Video

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Performance objectives

• Identify and describe the basic skills involved in playing Football, Tennis, and Basketball.
• Demonstrate basic movements and techniques associated with Football, Tennis, and Basketball.
• State and explain essential safety rules that must be observed while playing Football, Tennis, and Basketball.
• Connection to

Lesson summary

This topic introduces Primary 3 learners to the fundamental aspects of various popular ball games, specifically Football, Tennis, and Basketball. Understanding ball games promotes physical fitness, motor skill development, teamwork, and adherence to rules, all crucial for a holistic education and healthy lifestyle in Nigeria. Engaging in these activities helps learners appreciate the importance of physical activity and develop lifelong habits for well-being. Furthermore, it fosters social interaction and sportsmanship, qualities highly valued in Nigerian communities.

Teacher activity

• Begins the lesson by asking students about their favourite physical activities or games they play at home or in school.
• Introduces the topic "Ball Games" and states the lesson objectives clearly.
• Asks students to name some ball games they know, guiding them towards Football, Tennis, and Basketball.

Evaluation guide

• The evaluation will be based on a combination of observation during practical activities and direct questioning.
• Observation during practice: The teacher will observe students' attempts to perform the basic skills for each game (dribbling, passing, shooting motion, gripping racket, etc.). This assesses Objective 2.
• Question and Answer (Q&A): Throughout the lesson, the teacher will ask verbal questions about skills and safety rules to gauge immediate understanding. This assesses Objectives 1 and 3.
• Peer Assessment: Students can observe and provide simple feedback to peers during practical sessions (e.g., "Keep the ball closer when dribbling").
• Summative Assessment (Aligned with Evaluation Guide):

Reference guide

• Footballs
• Whistle
• Football pitch
• Table Tennis Balls
• Table
• Net