Lesson 6 - Rolling, Pushing and Bouncing Control
Foundation Hand-Ball Coordination and Control Development
•Reception
•Ball Skills
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How can we keep control of our ball while moving away from defenders?
Learning Objectives
- To continue exploring different ways of using hands to move with a ball while maintaining control
- To understand what a defender is and why we need to keep the ball away from them
- To practice rolling, pushing and bouncing a ball with a partner while avoiding defenders
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate improved control when rolling, pushing and bouncing balls
- Students will understand the concept of defenders and controlling space
- Students will show they can move into spaces while keeping possession of their ball
Equipment & Resources Required
Various sizes available for different abilities
Alternative: Bean bags, soft play balls
Bright coloured cones for visibility
Alternative: Chalk for marking areas, hula hoops
For marking defender areas clearly
Alternative: Rope, tape for indoor marking
Key Vocabulary
Keeping the ball close to you and not letting it roll away
Someone who tries to take the ball away from you
Pushing the ball along the ground with your hands
Making the ball hit the ground and come back up
A special player who can rescue trapped teammates
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic ball handling and holding
- Simple pushing and rolling movements
- Understanding of personal space
Current Skills
- Controlled rolling, pushing and bouncing
- Moving with ball while avoiding obstacles
- Understanding defender concept
Next Steps
- Passing to teammates accurately
- More complex ball control under pressure
- Simple game tactics and positioning
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Control is more important than speed when moving with a ball
- Defenders want to take our ball so we must keep it close and protected
- Space heroes have an important job helping trapped friends
- Gentle contact only when defending - touch the ball, not the person
- Look for empty spaces to move into safely
- Use different hand movements - rolling, pushing, bouncing - for different situations
- Everyone can improve their ball control with practice
Common Misconceptions
- Faster movement always means better ball control - emphasise controlled, deliberate movements
- Defending means you can push or grab opponents - teach gentle ball contact only
- Space heroes should stay in one place - encourage active movement to help others
- You must avoid all marked areas - teach that skilful control can allow safe passage
- Only some students can be good at ball control - emphasise that everyone can improve with practice
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Break activities into shorter segments, provide clear physical boundaries, offer movement breaks and positive reinforcement
dyspraxia
- Use larger, textured balls for better grip, allow extra practice time, provide step-by-step movement breakdowns
autism spectrum
- Provide clear visual schedule of game phases, offer quiet space if overwhelmed, use consistent language and routines
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and cones, provide verbal descriptions of marked areas, assign sighted buddy for guidance
hearing impairment
- Use visual signals for start/stop, demonstrate all instructions clearly, ensure student can see teacher's face for lip reading
physical disability
- Provide seated version with rolling only, use larger/lighter balls as needed, adapt defended areas to be wheelchair accessible
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting trapped and rescued students, spatial concepts of inside/outside marked areas, comparing different ball sizes
Science
Forces needed to control balls, friction between hands and ball surface, movement and direction concepts
Geography
Spatial awareness, understanding of boundaries and areas, navigation around obstacles
PSHE
Cooperation as space heroes, helping others in need, following rules and playing fairly
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around perimeter during games for full visibility, position centrally during explanations and demonstrations
Observation Focus
Watch for ball control progression, safe defending behaviour, and individual confidence levels
Intervention Points
Step in immediately if defending becomes rough, support struggling students with ball control, clarify rules if confusion arises
Demonstration Notes
Use exaggerated movements for visibility, demonstrate both correct and incorrect examples for clarity, involve students in demonstrations when safe
Verbal Cues
- •'Gentle control!'
- •'Find empty space!'
- •'Soft hands!'
- •'Help your friends!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 15m x 20m clear space, suitable for 25-30 Reception students
Surface Check
Dry, non-slip surface free from obstacles, adequate cushioning for seated activities
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check balls are appropriately sized for small hands
- •Ensure cones have no sharp edges or cracks
- •Remove any deflated or damaged equipment
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between students during dynamic movement
- •Trips from balls left on ground
- •Overly aggressive defending behaviour
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries and space awareness teaching
- •Emphasis on gentle contact only during defending
- •Continuous monitoring of defending behaviour
- •Equipment safely stored when not in use
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility during dynamic game
- •Move actively during defending phases to ensure safety
- •Stay alert during role transitions
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately if unsafe behaviour observed, assess any incidents, provide appropriate first aid if needed