Trust & Communication Skills Unit | The PE Dept

Trust & Communication Skills Unit | The PE Dept

This unit develops Year 2 students' collaboration skills through progressive teamwork challenges that build from simple partner work to complex group problem-solving. The emphasis is on communication, trust-building, and collective achievement rather than individual performance, creating a supportive environment where all students can contribute meaningfully to team success.

Lessons in This Unit

8 lessons in this unit

Lesson 1

Following Instructions

Big Question:

How can we work together and follow instructions to achieve our goals?

Key Objectives:

• To develop the ability to follow instructions accurately and immediately
• To work cooperatively with a partner and begin working effectively in small groups

Lesson 2

Partner Problem Solving

Big Question:

How can we work together to solve challenges more effectively than working alone?

Key Objectives:

• To develop effective partnership and negotiation skills through collaborative challenges
• To practice following instructions and sharing ideas constructively

Lesson 3

Teamwork & Communication

Big Question:

How can we work together as a team to solve challenges and support each other?

Key Objectives:

• To explore teamwork skills in a small group setting
• To develop communication skills within team challenges

Lesson 4

Team Problem Solving

Big Question:

How can we work together to solve challenges and support each other as a team?

Key Objectives:

• To be able to solve problems as a team
• To plan for the best solution to challenges

Lesson 5

Trust and Communication

Big Question:

How can we use our voices to help others succeed when they cannot see?

Key Objectives:

• To communicate effectively using clear verbal instructions
• To develop trust and teamwork through guided activities

Lesson 6

Collaborative Group Skills

Big Question:

How can we work together as a team to solve problems and support each other?

Key Objectives:

• To develop skills in interacting positively within a group setting
• To work collaboratively to solve problems and overcome challenges

Lesson 7

Problem-Solving and Communication

Big Question:

How can we work together to solve challenges and achieve our goals?

Key Objectives:

• To communicate effectively with a partner and small group to solve problems
• To be able to discuss, interact and plan collaboratively

Lesson 8

Map Reading and Team Coordination

Big Question:

How can we work together effectively to solve challenges and follow instructions?

Key Objectives:

• To be able to copy a basic map and follow visual instructions
• To work effectively in small groups using clear communication