Class: Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1, JSS 1)
Term: 2nd Term
Week: 3
Age: 12 years
Duration: 45 minutes
Subject: Basic Science And Technology
Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
Previous Lesson: Non, Contact Sports, Examples and Importance
Topic: Benefits Of Contact And Non–contact Sports
Subject Matter: Benefits Of Contact And Non-contact Sports

Specific Objectives

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

Cognitive Domain:
(a) Identify benefits of contact sports.
(b) State benefits of non-contact sports.
Affective Domain:
(a) Appreciate the value of both contact and non-contact sports.
Psychomotor Domain:
(a) Demonstrate examples of contact and non-contact sports.
Social Domain:
(a) Participate cooperatively in simple group sporting activities.

Reference Materials

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

9 Years Basic Education Curriculum
Lagos State Unified Scheme of work for Junior Secondary Schools
WHO – “Physical Activity and Young People” (https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/physical-activity)
Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

Charts showing contact and non-contact sports
Pictures or flashcards of athletes
Whistle, balls, skipping rope
Whiteboard and markers

Rationale for the Lesson

To help students understand how contact and non-contact sports improve physical health, teamwork, and discipline.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge

Pupils have previously learned about types of sports and can recognize examples of contact and non-contact sports.

Lesson Content/Board Summary

Benefits Of Contact And Non-contact Sports

Benefits of Contact Sports

Contact sports involve physical interaction between players, such as football or basketball. They help in developing physical strength, endurance, and teamwork.

The following are the benefits of contact sports:

Build strong muscles and bones.
Improve coordination and stamina.
Encourage teamwork and cooperation.
Promote courage and confidence.
Help manage stress and build discipline.

Benefits of Non-contact Sports

Non-contact sports involve minimal or no physical contact between players, such as athletics, tennis, or swimming. They help in maintaining health and focus.

The following are the benefits of non-contact sports:

Improve flexibility and endurance.
Reduce risk of injury compared to contact sports.
Develop self-control and concentration.
Promote healthy living and fitness.
Encourage personal discipline and focus.

Benefits of Contact and Non-contact Sports

Both categories can improve fitness, coordination, confidence, discipline and teamwork. Contact sports permit specified physical contact under rules, while non-contact sports generally separate opponents or avoid deliberate body contact.

“Non-contact” does not mean risk-free: falls, overuse and equipment injuries can occur. Rules, progressive training, warm-up, protective equipment and concussion awareness are necessary.

Teaching Methods/Instructional Techniques:

Lecture, Discussion, Demonstration, Question and Answer, Group Work, Visual Aids

Instructional Procedures

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Step 1: Introduction

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Set Induction
Teacher’s Activity: Engages pupils with questions about their favorite sports and identifies whether they are contact or non-contact.
Pupils’ Activity: Pupils respond and mention different sports.
Learning Point: Pupils recall examples of sports types.

Step 2: Benefits of Contact Sports

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Explains benefits of contact sports using charts.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen and take notes.
Learning Point: Understand importance of contact sports.

Step 3: Benefits of Non-contact Sports

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Discussion
Teacher’s Activity: Discusses benefits of non-contact sports with examples.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate and share experiences.
Learning Point: Understand importance of non-contact sports.

Step 4: Demonstration of Sports Activities

Time: 10 minutes
Teaching Skill: Demonstration
Teacher’s Activity: Demonstrates simple contact and non-contact sports movements.
Pupils’ Activity: Participate in demonstrations.
Learning Point: Identify and perform basic sports actions.

Step 5: Note-Taking

Time: 5 minutes
Teaching Skill: Explanation
Teacher’s Activity: Writes summary on the board.
Pupils’ Activity: Copy notes.
Learning Point: Record the main lesson points.

Step 6: Evaluation/Review

Time: 3 minutes
Teaching Skill: Questioning
Teacher’s Activity: The teacher evaluates the learning by asking:

List two benefits of contact sports.
State two benefits of non-contact sports.
Give one example of each type of sport.
Pupils’ Activity: Answer questions.
Learning Point: Recall lesson objectives.

Step 7: Conclusion

Time: 2 minutes
Teaching Skill: Reinforcement
Teacher’s Activity: Summarizes lesson and encourages participation in sports.
Pupils’ Activity: Listen attentively.
Learning Point: Appreciate sports for good health.

Home Task: Describe or illustrate one lesson example of Benefits Of Contact And Non–contact Sports and include one safety or performance rule. Do not practise a risky activity without adult supervision.

Lesson Keywords

Contact sports – sports with physical contact between players.
Non-contact sports – sports without physical contact.
Endurance – ability to keep going for long periods.
Coordination – smooth movement of body parts.
Teamwork – working together to achieve a goal.

Differentiation

Support slower learners with repeated explanations and visual aids; advanced learners lead demonstrations.

Note for teachers using this lesson plan

Ensure safety during demonstrations and encourage equal participation of all pupils.