Athletics
•Year 5
•8 Lessons
This unit develops Year 5 students' understanding that athletic excellence comes through technical mastery, strategic thinking, and collaborative learning. Moving beyond basic athletic skills, students explore the science behind performance - from pacing strategies in distance running to biomechanics of throwing. The unit culminates in students becoming both performers and officials, developing leadership skills while applying their technical knowledge to help others achieve their personal best.
8 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we run further by running smarter, not just faster?
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Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can mastering sprinting technique help us move faster and more efficiently in sports and life?
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Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can effective communication and technique make relay changeovers smooth and successful?
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Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can we use our whole body to generate maximum power and distance when jumping?
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Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can we use the hop, step, jump sequence to achieve maximum distance while maintaining perfect technique?
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Lesson 6
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How can we use our whole body to create maximum power when throwing for distance?
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Lesson 7
Big Question:
How can we use controlled body movements to maximise the distance we can throw a javelin safely?
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Lesson 8
Big Question:
How can working together as officials and performers help us achieve our personal best in athletics?
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