Active Achievers

Tamara peay

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Active Achievers

Being Active

This lesson encourages students to understand the importance of staying active through engaging, game-based activities. It will help students comprehend the benefits of physical activity on their overall health and wellness.

Audience

Achievers (9-10)

Time

1 hour

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Cones or markers, Kickball, Stopwatch or timer, and Printed discussion questions

Step 1

Icebreaker - Physical Activity Bingo

10 mins

Distribute Bingo cards with various physical activities written on them (e.g., jumping jacks, running in place, touching toes).
Explain that students need to complete a line of activities on their Bingo card.
As students complete each activity, they can mark it off on their card.
Celebrate loudly when students complete their Bingo lines.

Step 2

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief talk about the importance of being active.
Ask students to share their favorite physical activities.
Highlight how physical activity benefits our heart, muscles, and mood.

Step 3

Activity - Kickball Game

30 mins

Set up a kickball field using cones or markers for bases.
Explain the rules of kickball: kicking, running bases, and fielding.
Divide the students into two teams and start the game.
Encourage students to support and cheer for one another, and emphasize the importance of teamwork.

Step 4

Discussion - Reflecting on the Activities

10 mins

Gather the students and sit in a circle.
Use the printed discussion questions to facilitate a conversation about the activities they enjoyed, what they found challenging, and how being active makes them feel.
Encourage students to think about other ways they can stay active at home or in their communities.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the key points about the importance of being active.
Remind students to find ways to stay active every day.
Thank the students for their participation and energy.

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Discussion

Reflecting on the Activities

This discussion helps students reflect on the activities they participated in and understand the importance of being active.

What was your favorite part of the activities today?

Encourage students to share specific parts they enjoyed and why.

What was the most challenging part of the game?

Guide students to think about physical challenges and how they overcame them.

How did you feel after being active in today's session?

Discuss the physical and emotional effects of physical activity.

Can you think of any other activities you can do to stay active?

Prompt students to brainstorm other fun ways to stay active at home or in their communities.