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Bendy Bodies!

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Tatiana Menezes

Tier 2

Lesson Plan

Flexibility Fun Lesson Plan

Students will understand the importance of flexibility, identify different stretches, and practice safe stretching techniques.

Learning about flexibility helps students keep their bodies healthy and strong, preventing injuries and promoting a sense of calm and body awareness. It's a key life skill for physical well-being.

Audience

2nd Grade Group

Time

25 minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion, guided stretching, and tracking progress.

Materials

Stretch and Reach Presentation, Animal Stretch Safari, and My Flexibility Tracker

Prep

Preparation Steps

10 minutes

  • Review the Stretch and Reach Presentation slides and teacher notes.
    * Print copies of the My Flexibility Tracker for each student.
    * Familiarize yourself with the Animal Stretch Safari activity instructions.
    * Clear a safe space in the classroom for students to stretch.

Step 1

Introduction: Why Bendy Bodies?

5 minutes

  • Begin by asking students what 'bendy' means for their bodies. (2 minutes)
    * Use the Stretch and Reach Presentation to introduce the concept of flexibility and why stretching is important (e.g., to play, prevent injury, feel good). (3 minutes)

Step 2

Stretch and Learn

10 minutes

  • Guide students through simple stretches using the Stretch and Reach Presentation. Emphasize proper form and gentle movements. (5 minutes)
    * Introduce the Animal Stretch Safari activity. Explain that they will imitate animals to practice different stretches. (5 minutes)

Step 3

Flexibility Tracker

7 minutes

  • Distribute the My Flexibility Tracker worksheet. (1 minute)
    * Explain how to use the tracker to record their favorite stretches and how their body feels. (2 minutes)
    * Have students practice one or two stretches and record it on their tracker. (4 minutes)

Step 4

Wrap-Up & Reflection

3 minutes

  • Bring the group back together. Ask students to share one new thing they learned about flexibility or one stretch they enjoyed. (2 minutes)
    * Remind them that stretching regularly helps them have 'bendy bodies.' (1 minute)
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Slide Deck

Bendy Bodies!

What does it mean to be 'bendy'?
Why is it important for our bodies to be bendy?

Welcome students and ask them what 'bendy' means. Connect it to how their bodies move.

What is Flexibility?

Flexibility is how much your body parts can bend and stretch.
It helps you move freely and easily!

Explain that flexibility is how much our bodies can bend and stretch. Give examples like touching toes or reaching high.

Why Do We Stretch?

Stretching helps:

  • Keep your muscles happy and healthy!
  • Prevent your body from getting hurt.
  • Make you feel calm and relaxed.
  • Let you move and play better!

Discuss why stretching helps. Mention preventing injuries during play, feeling relaxed, and moving better.

Let's Get Flexible!

It's time to stretch our bodies!
Remember to stretch gently and listen to your body.
Never push or bounce too hard!

Introduce the idea of gentle stretching. Emphasize not pushing too hard and listening to their bodies.

Sky High Reach

Reach your arms up to the sky as tall as you can!
Now gently stretch one arm across your body.

Lead the class in a simple arm stretch, reaching for the sky and then gently across their body.

Toe Touch Challenge

Sit down, extend your legs, and try to touch your toes.
Keep your knees a little soft!

Guide them through a leg stretch, sitting down and reaching for their toes. Remind them to keep knees soft.

Animals Stretch Too!

Did you know many animals stretch their bodies?
How do you think a cat stretches? Or a dog?

Explain how animals stretch. This slide transitions into the 'Animal Stretch Safari' activity.

Keep Stretching!

Regular stretching makes your body strong and happy.
Keep those bendy bodies moving!

Conclude by reiterating the benefits of regular stretching.

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Activity

Animal Stretch Safari

Objective

Students will creatively explore different stretches by imitating animal movements, enhancing flexibility and body awareness.

Instructions

  1. Introduce the Safari (2 minutes): Tell students they are going on an exciting
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Worksheet

My Flexibility Tracker

Name: __________________________ Date: ______________

Let's track our bendy bodies!

Today, we learned about being flexible and why stretching is important. Use this tracker to draw or write about the stretches you do and how your body feels!

Stretch 1: My Favorite Stretch!

What stretch did you do?



Draw your stretch or describe it:











How did your body feel after this stretch? (Circle one)

Relaxed       Stretchy       Energized       Calm

Stretch 2: Try a New Stretch!

What new stretch did you try?



Draw your stretch or describe it:











How did your body feel after this stretch? (Circle one)

Relaxed       Stretchy       Energized       Calm

What did you learn about your bendy body today?













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