Lesson 6 - Throwing & Bouncing Control
Accuracy & Sending Skills
•Year 1
•Target Games
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How can we use bouncing to help our friends catch the ball more easily?
Learning Objectives
- To throw overarm with control so the ball bounces once before reaching a partner
- To receive a ball consistently after one bounce with good positioning
- To understand why bouncing can make catching easier for our friends
Key Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate improved overarm throwing technique with appropriate power
- Students will show understanding of timing and positioning for catching bounced balls
- Students will explain when and why bouncing throws are helpful in games
Equipment & Resources Required
Store in basket for easy distribution
Alternative: Tennis balls, playground balls, or foam balls
Use for precision throwing activities
Alternative: Small rubber balls or bean bags
Various sizes for different difficulty levels
Alternative: Chalk circles, rope circles, or floor spots
Use bright colours for visibility
Alternative: Plastic bottles or skittles
For marking targets and throwing lines
Alternative: Floor tape or markers
Place midway between throwing teams
Alternative: Cones or plastic bottles
Key Vocabulary
Throwing technique where the arm comes over the shoulder from behind
When the ball hits the ground once before being caught
Standing with shoulder pointing towards target, not facing forward
Using just the right amount of force in your throw
The specific place or person you are aiming for
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic underarm throwing technique
- Simple catching with both hands
- Understanding of taking turns and sharing equipment
Current Skills
- Overarm throwing with side-on stance
- Catching balls after one bounce
- Controlling throw power for accurate bouncing
Next Steps
- Throwing accurately at moving targets
- Advanced catching techniques from different angles
- Applying bouncing skills in competitive game situations
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Side-on throwing stance with non-throwing shoulder pointing to target
- High bent elbow position with loose grip for smooth ball release
- Non-throwing arm pointing at target to aid accuracy and balance
- Control throwing power to achieve consistent single bounce pattern
- Ready catching position with hands prepared and eyes tracking ball
- Understanding why bouncing makes catching easier for partners
- Applying technique consistently even under competitive pressure
Common Misconceptions
- Students think throwing harder always makes throws more accurate - teach power control
- Many face forward instead of sideways when throwing - emphasise side-on stance
- Students often grip ball too tightly - demonstrate loose, flowing release
- Confusion about counting bounces - clearly show 'one bounce' vs 'second bounce'
- Thinking bouncing is less skilful than direct throwing - explain tactical advantages
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter activity bursts with clear transitions, specific roles and responsibilities, frequent positive reinforcement
dyspraxia
- Larger equipment for easier handling, extra demonstration and practice time, step-by-step technique breakdown
autism spectrum
- Clear visual activity schedule, defined boundaries and routines, quiet space available if needed
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured balls and equipment, provide clear verbal descriptions of targets, buddy system for positioning
hearing impairment
- Use visual demonstrations extensively, hand signals for instructions, written/picture activity cards
physical disability
- Adapted throwing positions (seated/supported), modified targets at appropriate heights, alternative catching methods
Cross-Curricular Links
Maths
Counting successful throws, measuring distances for targets, understanding angles and trajectories
Science
Forces in throwing, gravity affecting ball bounce, trajectory and prediction of ball flight
Geography
Understanding directions and spatial relationships, mapping movement patterns around activities
PSHE
Cooperation and teamwork, perseverance when facing challenges, celebrating others' success
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move around perimeter for visibility of all students, position near less confident learners during skill practice
Observation Focus
Watch for correct throwing technique, appropriate power control, positive partner interactions
Intervention Points
Step in when technique breaks down, if competition becomes too intense, or if safety concerns arise
Demonstration Notes
Always demonstrate full technique slowly first, then at normal speed, use student demonstrations when appropriate
Verbal Cues
- •'Sideways stance - show me your shoulder pointing!'
- •'High elbow - lift that throwing arm!'
- •'Gentle release - let the ball flow out!'
- •'Point with your other arm to help aim!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 20m x 15m clear space, indoor hall or outdoor hard surface
Surface Check
Dry, even surface free from hazards, check for small objects that could cause slips
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •All balls checked for proper inflation and condition
- •Soft balls only for warm-up throwing activities
- •Cones placed safely away from throwing areas
- •Ensure hoops are flat and not warped
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Ball strikes from overthrown balls
- •Collisions between students in warm-up activity
- •Trips over equipment during transitions
- •Slips on bounced balls left on floor
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear boundaries established for all throwing activities
- •Adequate spacing maintained between pairs and groups
- •Balls collected immediately after each activity
- •Safe zones clearly marked for waiting students
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position for maximum visibility of all throwing activities
- •Monitor throwing force especially during competitive games
- •Watch for fatigue affecting technique and safety
- •Ensure equipment transitions are managed safely
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately, assess injury appropriately, provide first aid as needed, ensure other students are safe and supervised