Bending, running and jumping for Primary 1

Class: Primary One
Term: First Term
Week: 6
Age: 6 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Physical and Health Education
Curriculum Theme: Motor Skills Development
Focal competence: Moving the body using basic actions safely and with control to build coordination
Key competencies/values: Respect
Skills:

• Applying skills of body movements during walking, sitting and bending etc

Previous Lesson: Sitting, standing and walking correctly
Topic: Moving Our Body Parts 2: Bending, Running And Jumping
Subject Matter: Bending, running, jumping

Specific Objectives

By the end of the lesson, pupils/students should be able to:

Cognitive Domain

• Identify the actions of bending, running, and jumping.

Affective Domain

• Participate actively and safely in physical activities.
• Show respect for their classmates during group activities.

Psychomotor Domain

• Perform bending correctly.
• Perform running correctly.
• Perform jumping correctly.
• Demonstrate safe starting and stopping during running.
• Combine bending, running, and jumping in a simple sequence.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 2025 Revised 9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Relevant State Unified Scheme of Work
• Primary Physical and Health Education Textbook for Primary 1
• The HeadTeacher Scheme of work

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Cones or safe markers
• Whistle where appropriate
• Open safe activity space
• Appropriate sportswear

Rationale for the Lesson

This lesson is important because it helps pupils develop fundamental motor skills essential for overall physical development and coordination. Mastering bending, running, and jumping safely lays the foundation for more complex movements and promotes an active, healthy lifestyle. It also teaches pupils how to control their bodies and move safely in different situations.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have basic awareness of their body parts and have previously engaged in simple movements like walking and standing.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Moving Our Body Parts 2: Bending, Running And Jumping

Bending

Bending means to move a part of your body so it is not straight. We can bend our knees, waist, or elbows. Bending helps us to pick things up from the ground or tie our shoelaces.

1. How to bend:
2. Stand straight.
3. Slowly lower your body by moving your knees forward and hips back, or by leaning your upper body forward.
4. Keep your back straight as much as possible.
5. Return to a standing position.

Running

Running is moving fast on your feet. It is a faster way of moving than walking. Running helps us to play games and get to places quickly.

1. How to run:
2. Stand with one foot slightly in front of the other.
3. Push off the ground with your feet and move your legs quickly.
4. Swing your arms gently as you run.
5. Look straight ahead.

Starting and Stopping Safely

It is important to start and stop running carefully to avoid falling or bumping into others.

1. Starting: Begin running slowly and gradually increase your speed.
2. Stopping: Slow down gradually by taking smaller steps until you come to a complete stop. Do not stop suddenly.

Jumping

Jumping is pushing off the ground with your feet to go up in the air. We can jump with two feet together. Jumping helps us to cross small obstacles or play games like skipping.

1. How to jump (two feet):
2. Stand with your feet together.
3. Bend your knees slightly and swing your arms back.
4. Push off the ground with both feet at the same time.
5. Land softly on both feet, bending your knees slightly to absorb the impact.

Combining Movements

We can put different movements together to make new actions. For example, we can run, then jump, then bend.

1. Example: Run a short distance, then jump over a small marker, then bend down to touch your toes.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques

Demonstration, Guided Practice, Question and Answer, Explanation, Observation, Practical Activity

Instructional Procedures

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Warm-up/Engagement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher greets the pupils and leads them in a simple warm-up exercise like marching on the spot and stretching different body parts. The teacher then asks pupils what other ways they can move their bodies.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils greet the teacher, participate in the warm-up, and suggest various body movements.

Learning Point: Body movement recap

Step 2: Demonstration of Bending

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what bending is and demonstrates different ways to bend (e.g., bending knees, bending waist to touch toes). The teacher emphasizes keeping the back straight when bending down.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration carefully.

Learning Point: Proper bending technique

Step 3: Guided Practice for Bending

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to practice bending their knees and bending to touch their toes. The teacher corrects any wrong postures and ensures pupils are bending safely.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils practice bending under the teacher’s guidance.

Learning Point: Bending practice

Step 4: Demonstration of Running

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Safety Instruction

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher explains what running is and demonstrates a short run, emphasizing safe starting and stopping. The teacher uses cones to mark a short running path and demonstrates how to start slowly and stop gradually.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the teacher’s demonstration of running and safe starting/stopping.

Learning Point: Proper running technique

Step 5: Guided Practice for Running

Time: 7 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Practice

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to practice running in the marked safe space, focusing on safe starting and stopping. The teacher ensures pupils maintain a safe distance from each other.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils practice running, starting, and stopping safely.

Learning Point: Running practice

Step 6: Demonstration and Practice of Jumping and Combining Movements

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Demonstration/Application

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher demonstrates a simple two-foot jump, emphasizing landing softly. The teacher then demonstrates combining the movements (e.g., run, jump over a small marker, then bend). Pupils then practice these actions.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils observe the jump, then practice jumping and combining movements.

Learning Point: Jumping and combination

Step 7: Evaluation/Review

Time: 5 minutes

Teaching Skill: Questioning/Assessment

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking the following questions:

1. Show me how to bend your knees.
2. Demonstrate how to run safely.
3. Show me how to jump with both feet.
4. Why is it important to stop running slowly?

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils answer orally and in writing.

Learning Point: Basic body movements

Step 8: Note-Taking

Time: 4 minutes

Teaching Skill: Guided Writing

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher guides pupils to copy the essential Board Summary notes on bending, running, and jumping into their notebooks.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils copy the notes carefully into their notebooks.

Learning Point: Bending, running, jumping notes

Step 9: Conclusion

Time: 3 minutes

Teaching Skill: Reinforcement

Teacher’s Activity: The teacher reminds pupils about the importance of moving their bodies and doing these movements safely. The teacher encourages them to practice these movements at home in a safe environment.

Pupils’ Activity: Pupils listen and acknowledge the importance of safe movement.

Learning Point: Safe body movement importance

Continuous Assessment/Further Study

Type: Practice Exercise

Instruction: Practice these movements at home in a safe place. Ask an adult to watch you.

1. Show your parents how to bend properly.
2. Practice running and stopping slowly in your compound.
3. Try to jump over a small line on the ground.
4. Combine running, jumping, and bending in a short sequence.

Lesson Keywords

• Bend – To move a part of your body so it is not straight.
• Run – To move fast on your feet.
• Jump – To push off the ground with your feet to go up in the air.
• Safe – Not likely to cause harm or injury.
• Combine – To put things together.

Differentiation

For slower learners, provide extra demonstrations and one-on-one guidance for each movement. Break down the movements into smaller steps. For faster learners, challenge them to combine more movements or perform the actions with greater control and speed (while maintaining safety).

Suggested Lesson Videos

For further visual learning, search on YouTube for: Primary 1 bending running jumping exercises

Teacher Guide for Using This Lesson Plan

Prepare the activity space by ensuring it is clear of any obstacles and is large enough for pupils to run and jump safely. Use cones or markers to define paths or areas if needed. Begin with a warm-up to prepare pupils’ muscles for activity. Clearly demonstrate each movement (bending, running, jumping) before allowing pupils to practice. Emphasize safety instructions, especially for starting and stopping during running, to prevent accidents. Observe pupils closely during practice, providing individual feedback and correcting improper techniques immediately. Guide pupils to copy the Board Summary notes after the practical activities and evaluation. Encourage pupils to practice these fundamental movements regularly to improve their motor skills and coordination.