SHAPE STANDARDS
S1.E24.1- Strikes a ball with a short-handled implement, sending it upward.
S4.E5.1-Exhibits the established protocols for class activities.

CASEL STANDARDS
Social Awareness: Respect for Others

ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

 

Objective: Balance a beanbag on a paddle using the forehand grip

Badminton Unit | Level 5

TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to balance a beanbag on a paddle using the forehand grip.

IMPORTANCE
Balancing a beanbag on a paddle using the forehand grip is important because it teaches you the forehand grip and proper technique for holding the racket in badminton. 

VOCABULARY
Dominant hand: the hand with the most control (often, the one used most).
Pointer finger: index finger or the closest finger to your thumb.

When balancing a beanbag on a paddle using the forehand grip, it is important to:

1. Hold the paddle in your non-dominant hand with the paddle facing sideways. 

2. Using your dominant hand, grab the handle like you are shaking hands.

3. Form a "V" between your thumb and pointer finger, with your pointer finger higher than your thumb, on the handle.

PRACTICE

  1. I will divide the class into teams of two. Ro Sham Bo to decide who will start with the paddle and beanbag first. Line up on the baseline shoulder-to-shoulder. When I say, “GO!” the first teammate will walk to the midline and back, while balancing the beanbag on top of the paddle using the forehand grip. Switch roles with your teammate when he/she returns.  
  2. Repeat as many times as needed.

CONE TOSS

TIME
10-20 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
2-25 students per game

EQUIPMENT
1 paddle per 2 students
1 beanbag per 2 students
20 short cones
Optional: 20 tall cones

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Cone Toss. In this game, you are tossing your beanbag into the cones. Your goal is to balance your beanbag on your paddle using the forehand grip as you go from cone to cone. 

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into teams of two.
  • Before the game begins, line up shoulder-to-shoulder on the baseline with your beanbag on top of your paddle. Hold your paddle using the forehand grip.
  • When I say, “GO!” toss your beanbag, using your paddle, into an upside cone.
  • The teammate not tossing will retrieve your beanbag.
  • Switch roles after each toss.
  • To make it more challenging, stand farther away from the cone when tossing.
  • Keep track of how many cones your beanbag lands in.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above.
Game 2: If both teammates land their beanbag in a cone, they get to pick it up and replace it anywhere on the field inside the boundary cones.
Game 3: If both teammates land their beanbag in a cone, they get to pick it up and keep it.
Variation: Add tall cones to the field. Students have to aim and try to knock down the tall cones.
Exit Ticket: Students balance a beanbag on a paddle using the forehand grip as they put their equipment away.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • If students get to a cone at the same time have them Ro Sham Bo.
  • ELL Accommodation:
    • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
    • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
  • SpEd Accommodation:
    • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications.
    • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
    • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
  • Reflection:
    • I hold my paddle with my __________ hand.
    • Something that was hard for me today was...

FRYING PAN RACES II

TIME
15-30 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
2-30 students per game

EQUIPMENT
1 paddle per 2 students
1 beanbag per 2 students
10 short cones
Optional: 24 fuzzy balls

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Frying Pan Races II. In this game, you are cooking breakfast with your teammate. Your goal is to balance your egg (beanbag) on your frying pan (paddle) using the forehand grip. Do not let your egg fall off and crack!     

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into teams of two.
  • Ro Sham Bo to decide who begins with the paddle and the beanbag.
  • Before the game begins, line up shoulder-to-shoulder on the baseline.
  • When I say, "GO!" walk to the kitchen (midline), while balancing an egg on your frying pan using your forehand grip.
  • When you reach the baseline, switch roles with your teammate.
  • Cheer on the students as they make their way to the kitchen and back.
  • Each round will become increasingly difficult.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above. Walk with your egg and frying pan.
Game 2: Run or jog. If your egg falls off your frying pan, start over.
Game 3: Move sideways (start facing sideways on the baseline).
Game 4: Walk backwards.
Game 5: Leap using one-foot hops.
Game 6: Duck walk - get as low as you can to the ground.
Game 7: Army crawl (depending on the class surface).
Exit Ticket: Students balance a beanbag on a paddle using the forehand grip as they put their equipment away.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • ELL Accommodation:
    • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
    • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
  • SpEd Accommodation:
    • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications.
    • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
    • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
  • Reflection:
    • I hold my paddle with my __________ hand.
    • Something that was hard for me today was...

RACE TRACK

TIME
15-30 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
2-30 students per game

EQUIPMENT
1 paddle per 2 students
1 beanbag per 2 students
16 short cones
Optional: 24 tall cones

STORYLINE
Today we are playing Race Track. Your goal is to balance a beanbag on a paddle using the forehand grip as you race around the track.    

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into teams of two.
  • Ro Sham Bo to decide who begins with the paddle and the beanbag.
  • Before the game begins, I will tell you which short cone your team will line up behind.
  • When I say, "GO!" walk clockwise around the track, while balancing the beanbag on top of your paddle using the forehand grip.
  • When you reach your teammate, switch roles.
  • Cheer on your teammate as he/she goes around the track.
  • When both of you have gone, sit down so I know that you are done.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above. Walk with your beanbag and paddle.
Game 2: Run or jog.
Game 3: Walk backwards.
Game 4: Leap.
Game 5: Duck walk - get as low as you can to the ground.
Variation: Add obstacles like tall cones, students have to jump over while going around the track.
Exit Ticket: Students balance a beanbag on a paddle using the forehand grip as they put their equipment away.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Increase or decrease the amount of students on each team based on class size.
  • ELL Accommodation:
    • Post labeled pictures of skills and game play.
    • Partner with proficient English speakers for directions/modeling and reflections.
  • SpEd Accommodation:
    • Set individual goals for physical or behavioral modifications.
    • Allow students to demonstrate skill one-on-one with teacher.
    • Allow students extra time to master the skill.
  • Reflection:
    • I hold my paddle with my __________ hand.
    • Something that was hard for me today was...