SHAPE STANDARDS
S1.M2.6- Throws with a mature pattern for distance or power appropriate to the practice task.
S4.M3.6- Demonstrates self-responsibility by implementing specific corrective feedback to improve performance.

CASEL STANDARDS
Responsible Decision-Making: Identifying Problems.

ASSESSMENT RUBRIC

 

Objective: Throw overhand while moving at a moving target

Throwing/Catching Unit | Level 25

TECHNIQUE
Today we are going to learn how to throw overhand while moving at a moving target. 

IMPORTANCE
Throwing overhand while moving at a moving target is important because it improves your muscular strength and endurance. Throwing overhand is a necessary skill used to play sports such as football, baseball, softball, basketball, Frisbee, etc.

VOCABULARY
Overhand: a throw made with the arm or hand above shoulder level.

When throwing overhand while moving at a moving target, it is important to:

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1. Position your body sideways to your target.

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2. Make an “L” with your throwing arm.

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3. Instead of stepping towards your target, push off your back foot and throw while your front foot is in the air.

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4. Follow through with your throwing arm towards your target and across your body.

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5. Throw the ball where your target will be (not where they are).

 

PRACTICE

  1. Move onto Group Game – The Force Awakens II.

THE FORCE AWAKENS II

TIME
15-25 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restrictions

EQUIPMENT
5 short cones
24 fuzzy balls
2 hula-hoops
Optional: 2 playground balls

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing The Force Awakens II. In this game, you are in a galazxy far away and your team is under attack. The objective is to throw overhand while moving at a moving target and get all the opposing team members down.  

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into two teams.
  • I will select one student on each team to be the Jedi knight.
  • When I say, “GO!” throw fuzzy balls at the opposing team (from the shoulders below).
  • If you are hit, you must go down within three seconds.
  • The only way to get back up is if the Jedi knight throws you a ball overhand and you catch it.
  • When the Jedi knights are in their team’s hula-hoop, they are safe.
  • If the Jedi knight leaves the hula-hoop and gets hit (shoulders and below), he/she is down.
  • We will begin a new game when there is one team left. 
  • New Jedi knights will be chosen each game.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above.
Game 2: Add a spy. Spies can go onto the other teams side and can steal fuzzy balls, but they can also be hit. 
Variation: Use playground balls as Kaboomies. If a student is hit from the knees and below he/she is down. Kaboomies may only be rolled.
Exit Ticket: In partners, students jog from the baseline to the midline three times while throwing and catching.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Depending on class size, select two students from each team to be the Jedi knights.
    • Remind students to be honest about getting hit. Make a rule where phrases like, “I got you!” or “You’re down!” are not allowed.  
  • 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: 
    • Why should you not throw the ball at the target?
    • What was most challenging about throwing a ball at a moving target while also moving at the same time?

KICKBALL

TIME
20-30 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restrictions

EQUIPMENT
4 hula-hoops
1 playground ball
1 short cone

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing Kickball. In this game, the objective is to get three outs by throwing overhand while moving at a moving target and get more runs than the opposing team.

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into two teams. I will decide which team will kick first and which team will start in the field.
  • If you are kicking first, decide the batting order and line up single file behind home plate.
  • If you are fielding first, decide which position each student will play (catcher, 1st base, 2nd base, 3rd base, outfield).
  • I will be the pitcher for each team.
  • A kicker is out if:
    • The ball is caught in the air
    • The ball is thrown to the base before the kicker steps on it
    • The ball is thrown overhand and hits the kickers feet while running to a base
  • A ball is considered foul if it goes behind 3rd or 1st base when kicked.
  • A kicker cannot strike out (each kicker gets a turn to kick the ball).
  • Kickers and fielders will switch after three outs or after a team has scored five runs.
 

Game 1: Teacher is the pitcher. 
Game 2: Students can pitch.
Exit Ticket: In partners, students jog from the baseline to the midline three times while throwing and catching.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Divide teams equally based on athletic ability.
  • 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: 
    • Why should you not throw the ball at the target?
    • What was most challenging about throwing a ball at a moving target while also moving at the same time?

TRAITOR

TIME
15-25 minutes

NUMBER OF STUDENTS
No restrictions

EQUIPMENT
24 fuzzy balls
5 short cones
Optional: 2 Frisbees

OBJECTIVE
Today we are playing Traitor. In this game, the objective is to throw overhand while moving at a moving target to get the opposing team onto your side. 

INSTRUCTIONS

  • I will divide the class into two teams.
  • When I say, “GO!” you will try and throw fuzzy balls at the opposing team.
  • All throws must be overhand.
  • If you are hit with a fuzzy ball from the shoulders and below, you must join the other team.   
  • If a ball you throw is caught, you must join the other team.
  • You may not intentionally stand and try to get hit.
  • You may not have more than one fuzzy ball in your hand at a time.
  • We will begin a new game when there is one student left on a team.
 

Game 1: Play as indicated above. Students may not block shots with a fuzzy ball.
Game 2: Students may block shots with a fuzzy ball.
Variation: Add a shield (Frisbee) on each team. A student can block shots with the shield, but cannot throw.
Exit Ticket: In partners, students jog from the baseline to the midline three times while throwing and catching.

 

TEACHING TIPS

  • Approach:
    • Divide teams equally based on athletic ability.
  • 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: 
    • Why should you not throw the ball at the target?
    • What was most challenging about throwing a ball at a moving target while also moving at the same time?