Control Through Manipulation
Ball Skills
•Reception
•6 Lessons
This unit introduces Reception students to fundamental ball manipulation skills through a carefully structured progression from rolling to kicking. The emphasis is on developing hand-eye and foot-eye coordination whilst building confidence in handling different types of ball movements. Through partner work and target practice, students develop both motor skills and early cooperative learning behaviours that form the foundation for all future ball sports.
Lessons in This Unit
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we control a ball to help our friends catch it?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop accurate rolling technique with good control
- • To improve tracking and receiving skills using appropriate footwork
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can we aim accurately to hit our targets like a champion athlete?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop accuracy when throwing to a target using underarm and overarm techniques
- • To understand the importance of aiming and body positioning for successful throwing
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can we use the 'magic moment' to control a bouncing ball?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop hand dribbling skills with control and coordination
- • To understand the concept of the 'magic moment' in ball bouncing
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we work together to become brilliant ball partners?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop accurate throwing to a partner using two hands
- • To improve catching skills with correct hand positioning
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we keep a ball close to our feet while moving around safely?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop dribbling a ball with feet using controlled touches
- • To demonstrate spatial awareness while moving with a ball
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we aim our kicks to help our partners catch the ball easily?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop accurate kicking skills using the inside of the foot
- • To demonstrate control when receiving and stopping a ball