Lesson 6 - Rolling and Stopping Skills Consolidation
Foundation Hand-Ball Skills Through Playful Precision
•Year 1
•Ball Skills
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How can we use accurate rolling and stopping skills to outplay our opponents in games?
Learning Objectives
- To consolidate accurate rolling skills towards targets
- To develop stopping skills using hands and body positioning
- To apply rolling and stopping skills in competitive game situations
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate improved accuracy when rolling balls towards targets
- Students will show effective stopping techniques using the long barrier method
- Students will apply tactical thinking in games by choosing where to aim
Equipment & Resources Required
Distributed around area perimeter for easy collection
Alternative: Bean bags, tennis balls, or soft play balls
Set up as 'battleships' at opposite end of area
Alternative: Skittles, bottles, or other knockable targets
Mark starting positions for each group
Alternative: Spot markers or chalk lines
Two hoops on each side for ball collection
Alternative: Buckets or designated zones
Key Vocabulary
Moving the ball along the ground using hands
Looking at and pointing towards the target before rolling
Using legs and body to create a wall to stop the ball
The object or area we are trying to hit
Getting the ball to go exactly where we want it
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic ball handling skills
- Simple rolling movements
- Understanding of target concepts
Current Skills
- Accurate rolling towards targets
- Stopping balls using hands and body
- Applying skills in game situations
Next Steps
- Rolling with both hands for power
- Advanced stopping techniques
- Tactical game play in team situations
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Always look at the target before rolling the ball
- Use smooth underarm rolling action, not throwing
- Long barrier technique requires side-on body position with legs together
- Timing is crucial when fielders are present - wait for the right moment
- Fair play and sportsmanship are as important as winning
- Practice and patience lead to improvement in accuracy
- Body positioning behind the ball helps with stopping effectiveness
Common Misconceptions
- Students think throwing is the same as rolling - emphasise ground contact throughout
- Children believe catching is more important than stopping - stress barrier safety
- Assumption that power is more important than accuracy - demonstrate control benefits
- Students think they must catch perfectly - show that stopping is the primary goal
- Misconception that speed of play is most important - emphasise quality technique
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity bursts with clear transitions, immediate feedback on performance, movement breaks between explanations
dyspraxia
- Larger equipment for easier handling, simplified instructions broken into steps, extra practice time for techniques
autism spectrum
- Clear visual boundaries for zones, consistent routine and structure, quiet space available if needed
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and cones, provide verbal descriptions of target positions, buddy system for guidance
hearing impairment
- Use clear visual demonstrations, hand signals for instructions, written or picture instructions available
physical disability
- Seated rolling version available, use lighter balls, reduce distances, provide physical support as needed
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting targets hit and scores, measuring distances between markers and targets, understanding angles of rolling
Science
Forces in rolling balls, friction between ball and surface, momentum and stopping
Geography
Directions and spatial awareness, mapping movement patterns, understanding zones and boundaries
PSHE
Teamwork and cooperation, managing emotions during competition, resilience when facing challenges
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Stand at corner position for visibility of all groups, move actively between groups during games
Observation Focus
Watch for correct rolling technique, proper long barrier positioning, fair play and sportsmanship
Intervention Points
Step in if students show poor technique, unsafe behaviour, or negative attitudes towards teammates
Demonstration Notes
Use exaggerated movements for techniques, show both correct and incorrect examples, involve students in demonstrations
Verbal Cues
- •'Look, point, roll!'
- •'Side on, legs together!'
- •'Wait for the right moment!'
- •'Great sportsmanship!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 15m x 20m, clear of obstacles with safe boundaries
Surface Check
Dry, non-slip surface free from hazards, suitable for rolling balls
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check balls are appropriate size for Year 1 hands
- •Ensure cones have no sharp edges or damage
- •Verify hoops are stable and won't slip
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Collisions between students during active games
- •Students slipping when collecting balls quickly
- •Frustration leading to unsafe throwing of equipment
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries and zones established and marked
- •Emphasis on rolling not throwing throughout lesson
- •Adequate spacing between groups during all activities
- •Teacher positioning for maximum visibility and intervention
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position at corner of area for visibility of all groups
- •Move between groups during active games
- •Monitor student emotions and intervene if frustration builds
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid or support, notify school office if required