Throwing & Jumping Skills
•Year 4
•Athletics
•Distribute around throwing area perimeter, check for damage before use
Alternative: Pool noodles, foam rockets, or tennis balls for initial practice
Place at 5m intervals up to 30m for distance marking
Alternative: Bean bags, markers, or chalk lines
Use for accurate distance measurement and progress tracking
Alternative: Trundle wheel or pre-marked ground distances
Pre-loaded with Jan Zelezny throwing technique video
Alternative: Printed images of javelin technique
A lightweight spear-like implement thrown for distance in athletics
The balanced starting position with feet shoulder-width apart
Straightening the throwing arm up and away from the body during release
Turning the hips and shoulders to generate power in the throw
Moving body weight from back foot to front foot during the throwing motion
The exact moment when the javelin leaves the hand
Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going
Measuring throwing distances, calculating improvements, comparing data, using statistics to analyse performance
Forces and motion in throwing, biomechanics of human movement, understanding trajectory and gravity effects
Olympic Games locations, countries famous for athletics, understanding global sporting participation
Setting personal goals, supporting others, resilience when facing challenges, celebrating achievements
Stand at side of throwing line to observe all students while staying clear of throwing zone
Watch for correct grip, safe javelin handling, proper throwing technique, and peer interaction quality
Step in immediately for safety violations, provide technique support when students struggle, mediate peer assessment difficulties
Always demonstrate techniques slowly and clearly, emphasise safety positioning, show common mistakes and corrections
Minimum 40m x 20m outdoor area with clear throwing zone, adequate space behind throwing line
Level grass or athletics track, free from holes, stones or other hazards
Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, ensure remaining students are safe
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