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Lesson 5 - Throwing & Moving Targets

Power, Endurance & Teamwork

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Year 2

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Athletics

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45 min

Big Question

How can we work together to achieve accuracy under pressure?

Learning Objectives

Develop cooperative skills through partner work and team activities
Improve throwing and catching accuracy through moving targets
Experience performing skills under pressure in competitive situations

Key Outcomes

Students will demonstrate effective cooperation with partners during hoop rolling activities
Students will show improved accuracy when throwing through moving targets
Students will apply throwing and catching skills in a competitive game scenario

Equipment & Resources Required

Hoops

1 per pair (15)

Distributed around the perimeter of the working space

Alternative: Large PE hoops, different sized hoops for differentiation

Balls

1 per child + 35 spares

Stored in equipment box, distributed at start of activities

Alternative: Small soft balls, tennis balls, foam balls

Softballs

1 per pair for extension (15)

Available for extension activities and advanced students

Alternative: Tennis balls, sponge balls, playground balls

Cones

12-16 for boundaries

Mark clear playing areas and team starting positions

Alternative: Markers, spots, rope

Key Vocabulary

Cooperate

Working together with someone to achieve a common goal

Underarm throw

A throwing technique where the arm swings forward below shoulder height

Moving target

An object that changes position while you're trying to hit it

Pressure

Feeling stressed or rushed when others are watching or competing

Strategy

A plan for how to succeed in a game or activity

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic underarm throwing technique
Simple catching with two hands
Understanding of taking turns
Basic spatial awareness

Current Skills

Cooperative partner work
Throwing at moving targets
Performing under pressure
Strategic thinking in games

Next Steps

Multi-directional throwing and catching
Advanced cooperative strategies
Competitive game tactics
Leadership in group activities

Milestone Indicators

Consistently successful hoop rolling with partner

Accurate throwing through moving targets

Maintained performance under competitive pressure

Effective communication during cooperation

Key Teaching Points

Cooperation requires communication, patience, and shared responsibility
Gentle, controlled movements are more effective than force in hoop rolling
Underarm throwing provides better accuracy for moving targets
Performing under pressure is normal - strategies help maintain performance
Supporting teammates builds confidence and team success
Mistakes are learning opportunities, not failures
Side-stepping technique keeps you safe while tracking moving objects

Common Misconceptions

Harder throws are more accurate - actually gentle controlled throws work better
You should aim at where the hoop is now - actually aim ahead of moving targets
Pressure always makes you perform worse - strategies can help maintain performance
Individual skill is most important - cooperation often leads to better results
Getting in front of rolling objects helps control them - staying beside is safer and more effective

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter activity segments, clear boundaries, regular positive feedback and movement breaks

dyspraxia

Larger equipment for easier handling, slower pace activities, extra practice time for coordination

autism spectrum

Clear routine structure, visual activity schedule, quiet reflection spaces available

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured equipment, verbal descriptions of activities, buddy system for guidance

hearing impairment

Clear visual demonstrations, written instruction cards, hand signals for communication

physical disability

Seated throwing options, modified movement patterns, adapted equipment sizes

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Vocabulary development through key terms, expressing feelings about pressure and performance

Science

Understanding forces in throwing, momentum in rolling hoops, pressure effects on performance

Geography

Spatial awareness and positioning, understanding directions and movement patterns

PSHE

Cooperation and teamwork, managing emotions under pressure, supporting others and resilience

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Move between pairs during skill activities, central position during Human Ludo for safety monitoring

Observation Focus

Watch for cooperation quality, throwing technique development, and pressure responses

Intervention Points

Step in if safety rules not followed, provide technique support, manage competitive emotions

Demonstration Notes

Demonstrate: Clear visual examples of techniques, emphasise key safety points, model positive cooperation

Verbal Cues

•'Gentle pushes work better!'
•'Track the hoop by its side!'
•'Aim ahead of the moving target!'
•'Support your teammates!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Large indoor hall or outdoor space minimum 20m x 15m for multiple activities

Surface Check

Non-slip, even surface free from obstacles and hazards

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check hoops for cracks or sharp edges before use
•Ensure bean bags are securely stitched
•Count equipment before and after use

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during hoop rolling activities
•Bean bags thrown too hard causing injury
•Slips and falls during competitive game

Risk Mitigation

•Clear boundaries and pathways established
•Underarm throwing only rule enforced
•Adequate spacing between pairs and teams
•Adult supervision of central game area

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for visibility of all throwing activities
•Monitor Human Ludo central area for safe movement
•Watch for students following safety rules

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately, assess any injuries, provide appropriate first aid, report any incidents