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Active Fun!

Tamara peay

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Active Fun!

Being Active

This lesson aims to get Achievers (ages 9-10) excited about being active through engaging activities and meaningful discussion. Physical activity is vital for the physical and mental well-being of children. Through active learning and game-based strategies, students will develop the habit of regular exercise and recognize its benefits.

Audience

Achievers (9-10)

Time

1 hour

Approach

Active Learning, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Activity Supplies: Hula hoops, cones, jump ropes, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Icebreaker

10 mins

Start with a fun, quick icebreaker activity called 'Animal Movements'. Explain the game: You will call out the name of an animal, and students will move around the room imitating that animal's movement. Examples include hopping like a frog, slithering like a snake, or stomping like an elephant.

Step 2

Introduction

5 mins

Welcome the students and briefly introduce the theme of the lesson: Being Active.
Explain the benefits of regular physical activity, including improved mood, better health, and increased energy.

Step 3

Warm-Up Activity

10 mins

Lead the students in a brief warm-up session to get their muscles ready. This can include stretching exercises and light jogging in place. Encourage students to think about how their bodies feel before and after the warm-up.

Step 4

Main Activity: Team Sports Mini-Tournament

30 mins

  • Divide the students into small teams for a mini-tournament of a simple team sport like soccer or basketball.
  • Provide a brief explanation of the game rules and emphasize the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.
  • Let the teams play short matches, rotating so that each team gets a chance to play against multiple others.
  • Encourage cheering and support from the sidelines when students are not actively playing.

Step 5

Cool Down

5 mins

Guide the students through a cool-down session with slow stretches and deep breathing exercises.

Step 6

Discussion

10 mins

Gather the students in a circle and initiate a discussion based on the physical activities they just performed.
Ask guiding questions about how they felt during the tasks and the importance of staying active.
Discuss ways to include more physical activity in their daily routines.

Step 7

Closure

5 mins

Summarize the day's activities and reiterate the importance of being active. Encourage students to share one thing they learned and one new activity they want to try at home.

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Discussion

Active Discussion

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

How did you feel while doing the obstacle course?

Encourage students to share both physical and emotional sensations they experienced during the activity.







Why do you think it’s important to stay active?

Guide students to think about both immediate and long-term benefits of physical activity.







What are some other fun ways to stay active?

Prompt students to think about activities they already enjoy or would like to try in the future, such as sports, dance, or hiking.







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