Lesson 1 - Moving Objects at Speed
Adventurous Speed & Agility
•Reception
•Fundamental Movement Skills
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How can we move objects quickly and safely whilst taking turns with our friends?
Learning Objectives
- To move objects at speed whilst maintaining control
- To play games in an organised manner, taking turns with others
- To send and receive objects using appropriate techniques
Key Outcomes
- Students will successfully transfer objects between hoops at speed
- Students will demonstrate turn-taking and cooperative play
- Students will use sliding and rolling techniques to send objects to a partner
Equipment & Resources Required
Scatter around playing area with adequate spacing for safe movement
Alternative: Cones arranged in circles, chalk circles on ground
Place 2 objects in each hoop initially
Alternative: Small soft toys, foam blocks, tennis balls
Use to mark sending and receiving lines for partner work
Alternative: Bean bags, small mats, chalk lines
For clear start and stop signals during activities
Alternative: Hand claps, verbal commands, musical instruments
For movement accompaniment during warm-up activity
Alternative: Singing, clapping rhythms, percussion instruments
Key Vocabulary
Moving or acting quickly
Moving something from one place to another
Waiting for your go and letting others have their go
Pushing an object along the ground smoothly
Making a ball move by turning it along the ground
Being in charge of how an object moves
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic movement patterns like walking and running
- Understanding of taking turns in simple activities
- Beginning to handle objects like balls and beanbags
Current Skills
- Moving objects at speed whilst maintaining control
- Turn-taking in organised group games
- Sending and receiving objects with partners
Next Steps
- Combining speed and accuracy in object control
- Working cooperatively in larger team games
- Using different techniques to send objects over varying distances
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Emphasise control over speed - moving quickly but safely with objects
- Reinforce turn-taking as a cooperative skill rather than just waiting
- Focus on ground-level object movement for safety and accuracy
- Celebrate effort and cooperation over competitive winning
- Use clear, consistent signals for starting and stopping activities
- Provide immediate feedback on technique during sending and receiving
- Connect physical skills to mathematical concepts through counting and scoring
Common Misconceptions
- Students may think faster always means better - emphasise control alongside speed
- Some may believe they need to throw objects - repeatedly demonstrate sliding and rolling
- Turn-taking might be seen as boring waiting - frame as important teamwork skill
- Winning team games is most important - emphasise participation and effort
- Only one way to send objects correctly - show that sliding and rolling are both valid
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Break activities into shorter segments, provide frequent movement breaks, use clear visual and auditory signals for transitions
dyspraxia
- Use larger, easier to grip equipment, allow extra practice time, provide step-by-step verbal prompts for complex movements
autism spectrum
- Provide clear visual schedule of activities, offer quiet retreat space if needed, use consistent routines and signals
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured equipment, provide verbal descriptions of all visual demonstrations, assign sighted buddy for spatial guidance
hearing impairment
- Use visual signals alongside whistle (flag or hand gestures), ensure student can see teacher's face for lip reading, provide written rule cards
physical disability
- Modify to seated versions where possible, use lighter objects, reduce distances, allow walking instead of running
Cross-Curricular Links
Science
Understanding forces when sliding and rolling objects, observing how different shaped objects move differently
Geography
Spatial awareness and directional language (forward, backward, left, right), understanding pathways and boundaries
Mathematics
Counting objects collected in Rob the Nest, scoring points during partner activities, understanding concepts of 'more' and 'less' when comparing team results
PSHE
Cooperation and turn-taking, managing emotions during competitive activities, celebrating others' successes
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around the space to maintain visibility of all students, position centrally during demonstrations
Observation Focus
Monitor turn-taking compliance, object control skills, and cooperative interactions
Intervention Points
Step in if rules are not being followed, provide additional support for struggling students, manage any conflicts over turn-taking
Demonstration Notes
Always demonstrate with a student helper, use exaggerated movements for visibility, repeat demonstrations as needed for understanding
Verbal Cues
- •'One object only!'
- •'Wait for your turn!'
- •'Keep it on the ground!'
- •'Use both hands to stop it!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Large indoor space (school hall) or outdoor playground area, minimum 15m x 20m
Surface Check
Dry, even surface free from obstacles, adequate grip for running activities
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check all beanbags are intact with no loose stitching
- •Ensure balls are properly inflated and free from damage
- •Verify hoops have no sharp edges or cracks
- •Confirm cones are stable and visible
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between students during running activities
- •Slips and falls on wet or uneven surfaces
- •Objects hitting students if thrown rather than rolled/slid
- •Fatigue from repeated running activities
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries established with adequate spacing between activities
- •Emphasis on ground-level object movement only
- •Regular monitoring of student fatigue levels
- •Clear stop signals and immediate response expectations
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility of all activity areas
- •Monitor turn-taking areas for orderly behaviour
- •Watch running paths for safe movement patterns
Emergency Procedures
Immediate stop signal (whistle), assess any incidents, appropriate first aid response, contact school office if required