Throwing, Kicking & Rolling Skills
•Nursery
•Target Games
•Partially inflated for easier control and safety
Alternative: Soft foam balls, bean bags for easier catching
Placed in central collection area
Alternative: Soft toys, foam blocks
Various sizes available for differentiation
Alternative: Large targets, buckets, marked circles
Bright colours for clear visibility
Alternative: Bean bags, markers, rope
Lightweight for safety, easily replaceable
Alternative: Plastic bottles, foam blocks
Kicking the ball exactly where you want it to go
Using your left foot and your right foot to kick
Being able to decide how hard or soft to kick the ball
The place or person you are trying to hit with your kick
The foot that stays on the ground when you kick
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting bean bags in teams, scoring catches out of 3 attempts, comparing team totals, basic addition concepts
Understanding forces in kicking, balance and coordination, how different parts of foot affect ball direction
Cooperation and teamwork, turn-taking, honest self-assessment, celebrating others' achievements
Move around perimeter for optimal viewing of all pairs and groups, central position for demonstrations
Watch for kicking technique development, cooperation between partners, safety compliance, and engagement levels
Step in if children struggling with technique, safety concerns arise, or disputes need resolving
Use exaggerated movements for visibility, contrast good and poor technique clearly, involve children in demonstrations where appropriate
Minimum 15m x 20m clear space, suitable for running and kicking activities
Non-slip surface, free from hazards, adequate cushioning for movement activities
Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, ensure other children are calm and safe
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