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Fun Friday Fitness Frenzy

Lesson Plan

Fun Friday Fitness Frenzy

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This lesson plan is designed to provide a fun and engaging physical activity session for 9-10 year olds. The activities are game-based and aim to promote physical fitness, teamwork, and enjoyment. This lesson is important as it encourages physical activity, which is essential for the health and well-being of children, and helps them develop social skills through teamwork.

Audience

9-10 year olds

Time

1 hour

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Cones, Hula Hoops, Jump Ropes, Whistle, Stopwatch, and Printable Cards

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

10 mins

  • Gather the students in a circle in the gym.
  • Briefly explain the importance of physical activity and what they will be doing today.
  • Lead a 5-minute warm-up session including activities like jumping jacks, stretching, and running in place.

Step 2

Main Activity: Obstacle Course Relay

40 mins

  • Divide the students into teams of 4-5.
  • Set up an obstacle course using cones, hula hoops, and jump ropes.
  • Explain the rules: each team member must complete the obstacle course and tag the next person in line.
  • Use a whistle to start the relay and a stopwatch to time each team.
  • Encourage teamwork and cheer for each other.
  • After the relay, have a short discussion about what they enjoyed and how they worked as a team.

Step 3

Cool-Down and Reflection

10 mins

  • Lead a 5-minute cool-down session with light stretching and deep breathing exercises.
  • Gather the students in a circle and hand out printable cards with reflection questions.
  • Allow students to share their thoughts and experiences from the activity.
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Reflection Cards

These cards contain reflection questions for students to think about and discuss after the activity. They are designed to encourage self-reflection and sharing of experiences.




What was your favorite part of the activity?







How did you feel working with your team?







What did you learn about teamwork today?







How can you apply what you learned today in other situations?




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