Lesson 7 - Throwing for Accuracy
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•Year 2
•Athletics
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How can we use our throwing skills to hit targets with precision and control?
Learning Objectives
- To develop throwing for accuracy using underarm and overarm techniques
- To demonstrate balanced starting positions for accurate throwing
- To apply throwing skills in target-based activities
Key Outcomes
- Students will throw accurately at targets using correct technique
- Students will show improvement in throwing accuracy through practice
- Students will demonstrate supportive teamwork during circuit activities
Equipment & Resources Required
Distribute at each station for practice throws
Alternative: Small soft balls, tennis balls
Position as targets for underarm throwing practice
Alternative: Plastic bottles filled with sand, large cones
Create clusters as targets and mark station boundaries
Alternative: Empty containers, markers
Set up as narrow targets for precision throwing
Alternative: Gymnastics posts, tall cones
Arrange at varying distances for different challenges
Alternative: Marked circles with chalk, rope circles
Use for activities requiring harder throws
Alternative: Soft play balls, foam balls
Mark targets on walls and ground
Alternative: Paper targets, markers
Key Vocabulary
Hitting exactly where you aim with precision
Throwing with your hand moving upwards from below your waist
Throwing with your hand coming over the top of your shoulder
The movement of your hand after releasing the object
Standing steady with feet shoulder-width apart
The object or area you are trying to hit
Skill Progression Pathway
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Prior Learning
- Basic throwing movements with large balls
- Understanding of personal space and safety
- Simple target activities with large equipment
Current Skills
- Throwing for accuracy with small equipment
- Balanced starting positions
- Hand pointing technique for accuracy
Next Steps
- Throwing for distance with power
- Advanced throwing techniques in athletics
- Competitive throwing events
Milestone Indicators
Key Teaching Points
- Balanced starting position with feet shoulder-width apart creates throwing stability
- Follow-through with hand pointing at target improves accuracy significantly
- Step forward with opposite foot to throwing hand for better power transfer
- Keep eyes focused on target throughout the throwing action
- Adjust throwing force and angle based on target distance and height
- Practice both underarm and overarm techniques for different situations
- Positive encouragement and teamwork enhance learning environment
Common Misconceptions
- Thinking accuracy is just about throwing harder - explain that control and technique matter more
- Believing overarm throws are always better - show when underarm is more appropriate
- Focusing on distance instead of hitting the target - emphasise precision over power
- Stopping arm movement at release - demonstrate importance of follow-through
- Looking at hand instead of target - practice maintaining target focus
- Standing with same foot forward as throwing arm - correct foot positioning for balance
SEN Adaptations
ADHD
- Shorter station times, clear boundaries, immediate feedback, movement breaks between reflective discussions
dyspraxia
- Larger targets, simplified technique focus, extra practice time, step-by-step visual guides
autism spectrum
- Clear station routines, visual timetable, quiet preparation area, predictable rotation system
visual impairment
- Use brightly coloured targets, audible targets (bells), verbal descriptions of throwing direction, buddy system for guidance
hearing impairment
- Visual demonstrations of technique, hand signals for instructions, written station cards with pictures
physical disability
- Seated throwing positions, larger/lighter equipment, modified distances, underarm technique focus
Cross-Curricular Links
English
Vocabulary development (accuracy, technique, trajectory), following and giving instructions
Maths
Counting successful throws, measuring distances to targets, understanding angles and trajectories
Science
Forces and motion in throwing, gravity effects on ball flight, friction and resistance
Geography
Directions and compass points for target positioning, spatial awareness and mapping
PSHE
Perseverance and determination, supporting others, celebrating effort over achievement
Teacher Guidance
Positioning
Move between stations to observe technique and provide feedback, position to see all throwing activities
Observation Focus
Watch for correct follow-through, balanced starting positions, and positive partner interactions
Intervention Points
Step in for unsafe throwing, poor technique, or negative interactions between students
Demonstration Notes
Use exaggerated movements to show technique clearly, involve students in demonstrations when appropriate
Verbal Cues
- •'Point your hand at the target!'
- •'Tree roots for balance!'
- •'Eyes on your target!'
- •'Step with opposite foot!'
Safety Considerations
Space & Surface Requirements
Space Requirements
Minimum 15m x 20m, clear of obstacles for five throwing stations
Surface Check
Even, dry surface free from hazards, suitable for running and throwing
Equipment Safety
Safety Checks
- •Check beanbags and balls are in good condition
- •Ensure cricket wickets are stable and not sharp
- •Verify hoops are undamaged with no rough edges
- •Confirm skittles are weighted or secured
Risk Management
Key Risks
- •Objects thrown in wrong directions
- •Students in throwing zones during activities
- •Collisions during movement between stations
- •Slips during throwing follow-through
Risk Mitigation
- •Clear throwing directions established at each station
- •Designated waiting areas away from throwing zones
- •Controlled rotation system between stations
- •Progressive skill building before equipment use
Supervision & Emergency Procedures
Supervision Points
- •Position to observe multiple stations simultaneously
- •Monitor throwing zones for safety
- •Check equipment handling during rotations
Emergency Procedures
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, report any incidents