Movement & Ball Skills Play
•Reception
•Invasion Games
•Place around perimeter of activity area before lesson starts
Alternative: Size 3 footballs, foam balls for indoor use
Use for boundaries, zigzag course, and central collection point
Alternative: Markers, bean bags, or playground chalk lines
Mark starting positions for pair activities
Alternative: Cones, markers, or tape marks on ground
Moving the ball along the ground using small touches with your feet
Stopping a moving ball by placing your foot on top of it
Using inside and outside of foot to control the ball's direction
Keeping the ball close to you and where you want it to go
Knowing where you are in relation to other people and objects
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Counting ball touches, recognising number shapes drawn with ball, spatial concepts like directions (NESW)
Understanding forces when ball moves, friction between foot and ball, balance and stability
Compass directions (North, East, South, West), spatial awareness and navigation
Cooperation with partners, following rules, managing emotions in competitive situations, celebrating others' success
Stand at edge of activity area with clear view of all students, move around during partner work
Ball control development, spatial awareness, cooperation skills, safety awareness
Step in if students struggling with basic technique, unsafe movement, or conflicts
Always demonstrate with actual ball, use clear verbal cues, involve students in demonstrations when possible
Minimum 20m x 20m for Reception, indoor hall or outdoor hard surface
Dry, even surface free from debris and holes
Stop activity immediately, assess injury, apply appropriate first aid, contact office if needed
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